Economy surged in Q3

The US economy surged in the third quarter, growing even faster than originally thought, according to government data released on Tuesday, bolstering hopes for a sustained recovery in 2004.

Small business index up; 'very strong' Q4 likely

The National Federation of Independent Business' (NFIB) monthly index of small business economic indicators jumped 2.1 points in October to a near-record 104. Eight of the indicators improved, while only two deteriorated.

Federal Reserve sees steady growth ahead

Federal Reserve (Fed) officials said on Friday that healthy US economic growth looks likely to continue, but low inflation means the pickup would not usher in interest rate increases for some time.

EquiFin reports third quarter and nine-month results

EquiFin, Inc, an early stage, commercial finance company that provides a range of capital solutions to small- and mid-size business enterprises (SMEs), has reported third quarter and nine-month results for the period ended 30 September 2003.