The likely dent to retail sales, spending on consumer services and construction output as a result of February’s bad weather will make the economy look fragile. But the hit to the economy will be cushioned by households spending more to heat their homes. And it shouldn’t be long before any spending or activity that has been postponed takes place. As a result, the net effect on Q1 GDP growth should be minimal.
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