Initial Unemployment Claims Continue to Fall
Continued slowing of initial claims may be a sign the economy is bottoming and setting the stage for growth later in the year.
READ MORESigns of Improvement in the ISM Nonmanufacturing Survey in May
The nonmanufacturing sector contracted at a slower pace in May amid easing restrictions and rising optimism for a rebound.
READ MOREManufacturing Survey Less Negative in May
The ISM Manufacturing survey showed some improvement in May with several components rebounding from multi-year or record lows.
READ MOREManufacturers’ New Orders Posted Widespread Declines in April
Manufacturers’ new orders tumbled in April on broad-based declines but as government restrictions are eased, signs of healing are likely to emerge.
READ MOREInitial Unemployment Claims Register Lowest Talley Since March
Massive layoffs continue but the trend has been slowing for eight consecutive weeks.
READ MORERegional Fed Surveys Show Improving Expectations
Recent surveys suggest business current conditions remain extremely weak but expectations about the future are improving.
READ MORENew Unemployment Claims Slowed Again as Total Unemployed Hits a Record High
The labor market continues to struggle under the unprecedented impact of the COVID-19 outbreak and government policy responses, but some signs of easing are emerging.
READ MORELow Mortgage Rates May Support Housing Rebound
Low mortgage rates may provide some support for housing activity following a plunge in starts and permits in April.
READ MOREManufacturing Activity Plummets in April
Industrial production plunged as the tsunami of disastrous economic data continues. While some areas are moving towards easing restrictions, it will likely be a slow path back.
READ MOREMixed Emotions for Consumers in Early May
Consumer attitudes are changing in somewhat unexpected ways as personal health, family finances, and social interactions are impacted by lockdown policies.
READ MORERetail Sales Post Another Record Plunge in April
Retail sales posted another record decline in April and are likely to show significant weakness over the next several months.
READ MORENew Unemployment Claims Slowed Again, Dropping Below 3 Million
The labor market and the economy have been crushed by the unprecedented impact of the COVID-19 outbreak and government policy responses.
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