Macro Economic Overview / November 2023
Global financial markets reacted to the conflict in the Middle East war with caution, concerned that the hostility could erupt into a broader situation engulfing...
Category: Economy
Consumption Decreases As Environment Changes – Economic Dynamics
Over 65% of the country’s economic growth, as measured by Gross Domestic Production (GDP) is driven by consumers. Sentiment and confidence are critical components to...
America’s Bridges Need Repair – Market Fact
As Congress deliberates the federal budget for 2024, decisions as to where to allocate funds can be crucial. The vast landmass and distances between cities...
Macro Economic Overview / October 2023
A federal government shutdown was averted on September 30th, when Congress voted to fund government operations until mid-November. Volatility in the financial markets increased during...
Producer Prices Heading Lower, What It Means – Producer Inflation
The Producer Price Index (PPI) measures the selling prices domestic companies receive when purchasing everything from raw materials to products themselves. Similar to how the...
New Mortgage Rules To Accommodate Lower Credit Scores
New mortgage rules are attempting to make homes more accessible to homebuyers with low credit scores by lowering the fees for low-credit buyers while, in...
Housing Market Is Among The Least Affordable In U.S. History
Measured by the Housing Affordability Index, the affordability of homes has been steadily eroding since early 2021. Factors affecting affordability include home prices, mortgage rates,...
Inflation In Europe Calms – International Economic Focus
Demand for products and services can vary from country to country as consumers have different choices on what they purchase. Supply constraints, transportation costs, and...
Macro Economic Overview / September 2023
Congress is spending the bulk of September deliberating over the Federal Budget for fiscal year 2024 as a looming deadline on September 30th approaches. Should...
Inflation Slows to a Two-Year Low – Inflation Trends
Inflation measured at 3% in June, a two-year low not seen since March 2021. Inflation peaked at a four-decade high of 9.1% in June 2022,...