Poll Finds Economists More Optimistic

Washington, DC, Dec. 28, 2011 -- Economists are a bit more optimistic about the U.S. economy as 2011 comes to a close, CNN said, reporting the results of its own survey.

CNN said economists fears of a double-dip recession has fallen from 30% three months ago to about 20% today.

The economists also believe that fourth quarter GDP will be up at a 3.3% annual rate.