Retail Sales are the total amount of merchandise and related services sold to consumers. It is considered a sign of strength …
Producer Price Index
The Producer Price Index (PPI) looks at the average change in selling prices from the viewpoint of domestic producers of …
Consumer Price Index
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) shows us inflationary pressures in the economy. The CPI measures the average price levels of …
Employment Situation
The Employment Situation is a report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics that gives us a look at the employment …
ADP National Employment Report
The ADP National Employment Report is a measure of non-farm private sector employment, which is obtained by utilizing an anonymous …
Personal Consumption Expenditures
Consumer spending, measured by Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE), makes up approximately two-thirds of the economy and is a direct …
Durable Goods
Durable goods orders, which are orders to buy products that are expected to last at least three years, indicate …
Chicago Fed National Activity Index
The Chicago Fed National Activity Index (CFNAI) is an indicator designed to gauge overall economic activity and related inflationary pressure. It …
Employment Situation
The Employment Situation is a report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics that gives us a look at the employment …
Funding College Expenses with 529 Plans
Having funds available for the pursuits of higher education commonly is a financial planning point of interest among our clientele. …