The running theme of last week’s economic data was softness.
Tame Inflation in September: October 7 – 11
Payroll Growth Moderated: September 30 – October 4
The U.S. economy continued to create jobs in September, albeit at a more restrained rate.
Autos Fuel Retail Sales, Prices Firm: September 9 – 13
Consumers were buying vehicles in August.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 