Leading Economic Indicators Rise Again

New York, NY, Oct. 20, 2011 -- U.S. leading economic indicators rose 0.2% in September, according to the Conference Board.

The increase in the index, which rose 0.3% in August, matched the forecast of economists.

Although the index has risen five straight months, the board also said the data shows weakening growth, with only five of the 10 indicators posting an increase.