Real gross domestic product grew 0.1% in April, a fourth consecutive monthly increase. Service industries led the gain in April. The output of service industries expanded 0.3% in April, with almost all major industrial groups recording increases. There were gains in wholesale and retail trade, the finance and insurance sector, the arts and entertainment sector, as well as the transportation and warehousing sector, while public administration edged down. In contrast, goods production decreased 0.3% as a result of a notable decline in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction. Declines were also recorded in ... (full story)