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Fed's Beige Book: "Economic outlook worsened considerably"

Calculated Risk

Fed's Beige Book Economic activity was little changed since the previous report, but uncertainty around international trade policy was pervasive across reports. Several Districts saw a deterioration in demand for non-financial services. Loan demand was flat to modestly higher, on net. The energy sector experienced modest growth.

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Fed's Beige Book: "Economic activity increased slightly to moderately"

Calculated Risk

Fed's Beige Book Economic activity increased slightly to moderately across the twelve Federal Reserve Districts in late November and December. The nonfinancial services sector grew slightly overall, with Districts highlighting growth in leisure and hospitality and transportation, notably air travel. Vehicle sales grew modestly.

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Schedule for Week of February 9, 2025

Calculated Risk

Fed Chair Powell presents the Semiannual Monetary Policy Report to the Congress on Tuesday and Wednesday. -- Monday, February 10th -- No major economic releases scheduled. -- Tuesday, February 11th -- 6:00 AM: NFIB Small Business Optimism Index for January. The consensus is for CPI to be up 2.9% year-over-year and core CPI to be up 3.2%

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Risk Management in Financial Services During 2023 – 10 Key Highlights

Risk Management Guru

As the year 2023 draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on the significant strides made in the realm of Risk Management within the financial services industry. Greater use of data and analytics : Financial services firms are using data and analytics to identify and manage risks more effectively.

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Wednesday: Fed Chair Powell, Job Openings, ADP Employment, Beige Book

Calculated Risk

House Financial Services Committee • At 2:00 PM, the Federal Reserve Beige Book , an informal review by the Federal Reserve Banks of current economic conditions in their Districts. . • Also at 10:00 AM, Testimony, Fed Chair Jerome Powell , Semiannual Monetary Policy Report to the Congress , Before the U.S.

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Wednesday: Fed Chair Powell, Beige Book

Calculated Risk

House Financial Services Committee • At 2:00 PM, the Federal Reserve Beige Book , an informal review by the Federal Reserve Banks of current economic conditions in their Districts. . • At 10:00 AM, Testimony, Fed Chair Jerome Powell, Semiannual Monetary Policy Report to Congress , Before the U.S.

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Schedule for Week of July 7, 2024

Calculated Risk

Fed Chair Powell testifies on the Semiannual Monetary Policy Report to Congress. -- Monday, July 8th -- No major economic releases scheduled. -- Tuesday, July 9th -- 6:00 AM ET: NFIB Small Business Optimism Index for June. The key report this week is June CPI.