Consumers started the holiday season with gusto, while manufacturing took another break.
Retail Shines, Factory Activity Does Not: December 10 – 14
October Was Better for Retailers: November 12 – 16
Retail sales regained strength in October.
Inflation Moderates While Business Sentiment Stays Hot: October 8 – 12
Consumer prices grew less quickly while wholesale prices firmed in September.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 