The FED Said Overall Economic Activity Economic activity expanded at a slight-to-moderate pace in March and early April. While most Districts reported that growth continued at a similar pace as the previous report, a few Districts reported some strengthening. There was little change in the outlook among contacts in reporting Districts, with those expecting slight-to-modest […] Read more

The FED Said  Most business contacts in the southeastern United States expect continued moderate improvement in economic conditions, according to the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book report on economic activity published April 17. Labor markets remained generally tight, especially for tough-to-fill positions such as medical professionals, engineers, drivers, and skilled laborers. Businesses continued to refine their techniques to […] Read more