boj minutes, 2004-09-09
Regarding this point, many members commented that pessimistic views about the U.S. economy that had been observed temporarily in the market seemed to have subsided, since private consumption, particularly automobile sales, had showed strength again in July, and, regarding the employment situation, which had been cause for concern, the increase in the number of employees in August was almost in line with the forecast.
Sentiment: neutral
Topic: mp_economic_activity