The Pocketbook Of Economic Indicators
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The Pocketbook Of Economic Indicators
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents .................................................................................................... 3
Introduction.............................................................................................................. 4
The Pocketbook Of Economic Indicators ................................................................ 5
1.
Beige Book................................................................................................ 5
2.
Chicago Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) ............................................. 7
3.
Consumer Confidence Index..................................................................... 8
4.
Consumer Price Index (CPI) ..................................................................... 9
5.
Durable Goods Orders ..............................................................