Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Issues Beige Book on on Oct. 15, 2025
October 17, 2025
October 17, 2025
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond issued the following Beige Book on Oct. 15, 2025:
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Summary of Economic Activity
The Fifth District economy continued to grow modestly this cycle. Consumer spending at retail and restaurants grew modestly while reports on travel spending were mixed. Consumers were looking for value and comparative price shopping. Manufacturing activity declined slightly amid customer uncertainty and price sensi . . .
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Summary of Economic Activity
The Fifth District economy continued to grow modestly this cycle. Consumer spending at retail and restaurants grew modestly while reports on travel spending were mixed. Consumers were looking for value and comparative price shopping. Manufacturing activity declined slightly amid customer uncertainty and price sensi . . .