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The Economy

U.S. Economy Surges Back to Pre-Virus Levels

GDP rose at an annual rate of 6.5% in Q2 but shortages of workers and supplies of crucial products could slow growth for the rest of the year.

Matthew Heller
July 29, 2021
The Economy

IMF Says Price Pressures Could Be ‘More Persistent’

"Uncertainty remains high" and "central banks may need to take preemptive action," the Fund warns in its latest World Economic Outlook.
The Economy

U.S. Factory Orders Climb 0.8% in June

Despite supply chain issues, "business investment is showing no signs of slowing down or a lack of confidence in continuing strength in consumer demand."
The Economy

ECB Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged in Eurozone

"The pandemic continues to cast a shadow, especially as the Delta variant constitutes a growing source of uncertainty."
The Economy

Retail Sales Rebound in June With 0.6% Gain

“Inflation is a challenge for businesses right now, but sales growth is very good and consumer demand is very good."
The Economy

Labor Shortages Weighed on CFOs in Q2

More than a third of firms expect worker shortages will reduce revenue potential this year, according to The CFO Survey.
The Economy

Industrial Production Hit By Chip Supply Crunch

Total production rose 0.4% in June but factory output dipped 0.1% amid supply chain constraints, particularly in the auto sector.
Consumer Price Index
Supply Chain

CFOs: Higher Input Costs Will Persist

Some companies are taking aggressive action to pass on at least some of the abnormal cost increases to customers.
The Economy

U.S. Consumer Prices Increase 5.4% in June

"June’s big inflation number will ramp up scrutiny of price-related data as policymakers assess whether the economy is at greater risk of overheating."
Strategy

Your Business Survived the Pandemic – Now What?

Here are a few ways to strengthen your business while also preparing for any future slowdowns.
The Economy

Fed Says Economy Not at Risk From Inflation Surge

It is still "appropriate to maintain" near-zero interest rates even though inflation "has increased notably this spring."
The Economy

Oil Prices Hit 6-Year High Amid OPEC Discord

Prices surged on news that OPEC failed to reach an agreement on increasing production to satisfy growing demand.
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