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This report examines the recent trends in U.S. economic indicators as of August 31, 2011. It highlights a slowdown in economic growth with a revised Q1 growth rate of 1.8%, followed by 1.3% in Q2. The labor market exhibits rising jobless claims, with data reflecting one- and sixty-year time frames. Manufacturing results show insights from the Philly Fed Survey and ISM Manufacturing Index. Additionally, consumer sentiment has dropped to its lowest level since February 2009, signaling potential economic concerns.
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U.S Economic Indicators UNC FED Challenge Nick Nohling 8/31/11
Agenda • U.S. Growth • Labor Market Conditions • Manufacturing Numbers • Consumer Sentiment
1. U.S Economic Growth • Slowdown in growth • .4% in Q1. Originally at 1.8%. • 1.3% in Q2. Consensus at 1.9%. • 2011 Annual Revision • Deeper Recession and Slower Expansion
2. Labor Market Jobless Claims - 1 Year Time Frame
2. Labor Market Jobless Claims – 60 Year Time Frame
2. Labor Market Latest Unemployment Data Participation Rate
3. Manufacturing Philly Fed Survey
3. Manufacturing ISM Manufacturing Index
4. Consumer Sentiment Lowest Since Feb 2009