Economy

Survey shows pickup in demand for commercial loans.

Stronger-than-expected jobs report includes four-year low on jobless rate.

EC lowers forecast; now predicts 0.4% decline in GDP in 2013.

EC lowers forecast; now predicts 0.4% decline in GDP in 2013.

While decline in claims suggests fewer firing, it doesnt ensure more hiring.

Fed policymakers aren't expected to announce any change after today's meeting.