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Lockdown extensions, industrial weakness

Several states have extended lockdowns this week even as new virus cases continue to plunge. With local governments taking a cautious approach to reopening, the economic recovery is likely to be more gradual than last year. However, this also reduces the threat of renewed outbreaks which could deal more severe blows to the economy.

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