Energy Price Surge Continues to Drive Everyday Prices Higher
“AIER’s Everyday Price Index jumped 1.2 percent in March as energy prices surged for a third consecutive month.” – Robert Hughes
READ MOREAIER Leading Indicators Index Hits Highest Level Since 2018
“The AIER Leading Indicators index rose to 92 in March, the highest since 2018, as declining government restrictions boost current economic activity and the outlook for future growth.” – Robert Hughes
READ MOREConsumer Credit Jumped in February
“Consumer credit jumped in February as vaccine distribution and easing government restrictions boost economic activity.” – Robert Hughes
READ MOREInitial Claims Rise Again but the Outlook for Jobs Remains Positive
“Initial claims ticked up for the second consecutive week, but the outlook continues to improve as government restrictions on consumers and businesses are eased.” – Robert Hughes
READ MOREJob Openings Rates Hit Record Highs
“The job openings rate hit a record in February, adding to the run of improved labor market data. Continued reductions of lockdown rules are boosting the economic outlook.” – Robert Hughes
READ MORELight-Vehicle Sales Jumped in March
“Light-vehicle sales surged in March, moving to the top of the recent range. The gain was broadbased across most segments.” – Robert Hughes
READ MOREBroad Strength in the Labor Market in March
“Payrolls posted a strong gain in March, showing that economic recovery will likely gain momentum as government restrictions on consumers and businesses are lifted.” – Robert Hughes
READ MOREManufacturing Survey Suggests Strong Momentum
“The Institute for Supply Management survey of manufacturers suggests broadening expansion for the sector in March.” – Robert Hughes
READ MOREInitial Claims Rise but the Outlook for Jobs is Improving
“Initial claims ticked up from the prior week’s pandemic low, but the outlook continues to improve as government restrictions on consumers and businesses are eased.” – Robert Hughes
READ MOREConsumer Confidence Jumps as Outlook Continues to Improve
“Consumer attitudes improved significantly in March, but consumer confidence remains at historically moderate levels, and concerns about consumer-price increases are rising.” – Robert Hughes
READ MOREHousehold Net Worth Hits A Record While Debt Service Remains Low
“Despite restrictive government policies and recession, aggregate household net worth rose to a new record, but financial health varies widely across cohorts.” – Robert Hughes
READ MOREVaccinations and Stimulus Boost Consumer Sentiment As Impatience Also Rises
“Consumer sentiment rose in March, driven by vaccine distribution and stimulus benefits while impatience with lockdowns has also risen. Recent data suggest an improving outlook.” – Robert Hughes
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