The week ahead

Tuesday: Institute for International Economics hosts forum on the dollar.

  • Economic indicators: November consumer confidence, third-quarter GDP.

Wednesday: Business Roundtable releases economic outlook.

  • Economic indicators: October personal income and spending; October construction spending; November vehicle sales and ISM manufacturing.

Thursday: U.S. Chamber of Commerce holds annual corporate citizenship awards dinner.

  • Economic indicators: October factory orders.

Friday: Economic indicators: November unemployment, payrolls and ISM service.