Growth Quarter USA 27-11-2002 US economy hits 4% growth in third quarter The US economy grew faster in the third quarter than first reported, and consumer confidence rose from a nine-month low after five months of decline, according to figures released yesterday.… Sign in or Upgrade to Continue Reading This news article is over 10 days old. Subscribe today to access all articles with an annual subscription. Become a member Learn more Already a subscriber? Log in here