Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Issues Beige Book - April 17, 2024
April 22, 2024
April 22, 2024
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSres) -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta issued the following Beige Book on April 17, 2024:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Sixth District grew modestly. Labor markets eased further, and wage pressures moderated. Many nonlabor cost increases stabilized, while the cost of others, like food and insurance, continued to rise. Consumer spending was steady, but sales of discretionary items slowed. Leisure an . . .
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Sixth District grew modestly. Labor markets eased further, and wage pressures moderated. Many nonlabor cost increases stabilized, while the cost of others, like food and insurance, continued to rise. Consumer spending was steady, but sales of discretionary items slowed. Leisure an . . .