The U.S. Economy Created 199,000 Jobs in November, up from 150,000 in October… The unemployment rate dipped from 3.9% to 3.7%. What it means— Investors are scratching their heads to make sense of ...
Week In Review – November 27 2023
Federal Reserve Released Minutes From Latest Meeting… Central bankers emphasized caution and holding rates higher for longer than in the past. What it means— Nothing; it means nothing. The minutes ...
Week In Review – October 2 2023
Government Shutdown was Set for Saturday Night... Until the House authorized spending, the federal government was to shut down at the end of the fiscal year on September 30. What it means— A 45-day ...
Week In Review – September 26 2023
The Federal Reserve Held Rates Steady but Opened the Door to Another Hike This Year… The Fed Monetary Policy Statement noted that the economy remains strong and unemployment remains low. It also ...
Week In Review – September 12 2023
The ISM Survey Index Increased From 52.7% to 54.5% in the Past Month… This is the eighth straight month of gains in the service industries. What it means— Service industries are the thing, and they ...