ISM Surveys Show Improvement in January
The nonmanufacturing sector expanded in January, complementing the improved results from the manufacturing survey.
READ MOREAuto Sales Rebound in January
Auto sales rose in January and remain well within the range extending back to 2000. The healthy pace is a positive sign for consumer spending.
READ MOREHints of Improvement for Manufacturing
The ISM PMI showed clear improvement in January hinting at a possible turnaround for manufacturing in coming months.
READ MOREOutput Growth Holds Steady but Details Look Soft
Real gross domestic product rose at a 2.1 percent annualized rate in the fourth quarter. Details show that persistent economic growth remains dependent on consumers.
READ MORENew- and Existing-Home Sales Diverge in December
New-home sales fell in December while inventory rose. Stronger sales will help avoid cutbacks to future construction.
READ MOREExisting-Home Sales Rose in December But Inventory Remains Tight
Existing-home sales have recovered from a recent dip but are unlikely to move significantly higher in coming months and quarters.
READ MOREBroad-based Gains for Retail Sales in December
Retail-sales and initial-claims data indicate consumer spending is rising, supported by a robust labor market.
READ MOREDecember Jobs Gains Disappoint, Suggest Slow Growth
A disappointing December jobs report suggests slow growth for consumer spending and the overall economy.
READ MOREAuto Sales Slowed in December But Remain in Trend
Auto sales fell slightly in December, but consumer fundamentals and the labor market remain healthy; the outlook remains moderately favorable.
READ MOREPrivate Payrolls Expected to Increase in December
ADP estimates 202,000 new jobs were created in December. Overall, the labor market remains solid and the most likely path is for continued expansion.
READ MOREISM Nonmanufacturing Index Rises in December But Details Are Mixed
The ISM’s nonmanufacturing NMI rose in December, but details are mixed suggesting slow growth and a cautious outlook.
READ MOREISM Manufacturing Index Remains Below Neutral in December
The ISM’s manufacturing PMI fell again in December, extending the weak results over the last several months. Tepid trade and soft global growth are keeping risks elevated.
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