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Weekly Economic Update

Economic Update 8-15-2016 Economic data for the week included a flattish/disappointing retail sales report and continued weak productivity, but, on the positive side, ongoing strong labor market metrics. U.S. equity markets reached new highs again for the week, before pulling … Continue reading

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Weekly Economic Update

Economic Update 11-4-2014 It was a headline week, but not necessarily dramatic, as the conclusion of the FOMC meeting resulted in the taper ending as planned, and results of 3rd quarter GDP showed that economic growth was a bit better … Continue reading

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Weekly Economic Update

Economic data reports for the week were relatively good, led by ISM non-manufacturing, factory orders and the Fed’s Senior Loan Officer Survey showing positive results. Stocks experienced a more volatile week as events in the Ukraine raised anxiety again, which … Continue reading

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