Economic activity in the Twelfth District slowed slightly during the mid-February through March reporting period. The step-down in economic activity was broad based, reported across many industries and different geographies. Employment levels fell somewhat, and employers across industries and geographies reported recent and planned layoffs. Wages grew slightly. Overall prices rose modestly, and price pressures intensified for a wide range of imported goods and materials. Demand for retail and...| Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
The SF Fed regularly gathers regional information from across the western United States for the Beige Book, formally known as the Summary of Commentary on Current Economic Conditions. The Beige Book collects anecdotal information on regional economic conditions from Bank and Branch directors, business contacts, economists, and other sources, summarized by District and sector. Along with economic data and analysis, the Beige Book helps Fed economists and staff identify emerging trends in the e...| Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
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