Factories were more active as 2018 wrapped up, but consumer sentiment softened in the early days of 2019.
Manufacturing Ends 2018 on a High Note: January 14 – 18
Retail Shines, Factory Activity Does Not: December 10 – 14
Consumers started the holiday season with gusto, while manufacturing took another break.
October Was Better for Retailers: November 12 – 16
Retail sales regained strength in October.
What We Learned About the U.S. Economy Last Week 