Robert Hughes

November Business Conditions Monthly

AIER’s Leading Indicators index held steady in October, remaining slightly above neutral. Slow growth continues as economy remains vulnerable.

Business Conditions Monthly

Consumer Sentiment Continued to Recover in October

Consumer sentiment improved in October, maintaining a generally high level by historical comparison. However, negative headlines about on going trade wars and risks to the economy have caused volatility recently.

Consumer sentiment

Durable-Goods Orders Suggest Slow Growth

New orders for durable goods and core capital-goods decreased in September but continue in a broad flat trend, holding at a relatively high level, and suggesting slow growth.

Durable goods orders