U.S. economy grew 2.5% in 1Q

   U.S. Gross Domestic Product grew 2.5 percent in the first quarter, according to a preliminary estimate issued by the Department of Commerce Friday.
   The increase was less than many analysts had expected after 0.4 percent growth in the fourth quarter.
   The increased productivity was aided by personal consumption, private inventory investment, exports and construction spending. – Eric Kulisch