US DATA: Dec Monster Index fell 4 points to 130 vs 134 in Nov, but
was up 13.0% from 115 in Dec 2009, the eleventh consecutive yr/yr gain.
Monster noted the index typically falls in December due to seasonal
trends related to the end of a quarter and the end of the year. The
year/year rise has remained fairly steady over the last three months, a
sign of improvement accroding to Monster. See Market News main wire.