Monthly Archives: December, 2023
U.S. Economy Expanded at a Revised 4.9% Annual Pace
Jeffry Bartash of MarketWatch is reporting that the economy has slowed toward year’s end. He writes:
The numbers: The U.S. economy expanded at a revised 4.9%...
What the U.S. Leading Index is Signaling
Jeffry Bartash of MarketWatch reports that the economy appears headed for recession. He writes:
The numbers: The leading economic index declined 0.5% in November, falling for...
“Take Cover! Get Out of the Market!”
In my conversations and emails with you, you tell me about the many predictions being made for next year. As I wrote to you...
Consumer Confidence Jumps in December
From the Conference Board's December release on Consumer Confidence:
The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index® increased in December to 110.7 (1985=100), up from a downwardly revised...
EV Battery Supplier Drops Plan for Factory in Oklahoma
River Davis of The Wall Street Journal is reporting that site conditions and potential subsidies coupled with uncertainty in EV business growth caused Panasonic...