Factories pumped out less output in January.
Factories Slowed in January: February 11 – 15
Gas Prices Dropped as 2018 Ended: January 7 – 11
Core consumer prices grew at a steady, moderate pace in December.
Retail Shines, Factory Activity Does Not: December 10 – 14
Consumers started the holiday season with gusto, while manufacturing took another break.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 