U.S. News

• The U.S. economy grew by a meager annualized 0.2% during the first quarter as weather and low energy prices limited growth Reuters
• Consumer spending in March rose while personal income was flat Bloomberg
• Jobless claims in the U.S. fell to the lowest level in 15 years with only 262,000 initial claims The Wall Street Journal
• The quits rate (number of quits during month divided by number of employees who worked) is climbing. A plus for employment Valeo Financial Advisors

Around the World

• Consumer prices in Europe were flat in March ending a four month bout with deflation Bloomberg
• Greece continues efforts with creditors on bailout talks Bloomberg
• Russia’s inflation rate passes 10 percent Fox News
• The manufacturing Purchasing Manager Index for China remained close to flat in April CNBC

Personal Finance

• The biggest financial hurdles for those in their twenties Daily Finance
• Employer matches in 401k plans have been increasing Bloomberg