Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Issues May 2026 Beige Book
June 04, 2026
June 04, 2026
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago issued the following May 2026 Beige Book:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Seventh District increased slightly over the reporting period and contacts expected little change in activity in the coming year. Manufacturing demand rose moderately; consumer spending, employment, and construction and real estate activity increased slightly; business spending was flat on balance; . . .
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Seventh District increased slightly over the reporting period and contacts expected little change in activity in the coming year. Manufacturing demand rose moderately; consumer spending, employment, and construction and real estate activity increased slightly; business spending was flat on balance; . . .