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Weekly Economic Brief: October 5, 2026

Last week’s data presented a more complex macroeconomic landscape. Second-quarter GDP growth was revised upwards with ISM manufacturing PMI continuing to signal expansion, while nonfarm payroll growth surprised to the downside and inflation…

Weekly Economic Brief: September 28, 2026

Last week’s data provided further evidence of an expanding private sector and deepening consumer inflation anxieties, and speeches by Federal Reserve officials underscored a hawkish monetary posture.

Weekly Economic Brief: September 21, 2026

Last week marked a turning point for monetary policy. Following weeks of speculation, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) delivered its first rate increase since July 2023.

Weekly Economic Brief: September 14, 2026

The first two weeks of September delivered a mix of strong labor market and persistent inflation data that put an end to the “will they, won’t they” rollercoaster that characterized the market’s attempt to price the upcoming Federal Reserve…

Weekly Economic Brief: August 31, 2026

Last week started with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent declaring an "Economic D-Day" against Iran by threatening its trade partners with sanctions.