Federal Reserve Bank of Boston Issues October 2026 Beige Book
October 22, 2026
October 22, 2026
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston issued the following October 2026 Beige Book:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity expanded slightly, with mixed results across sectors. Retail spending softened, and tourism activity was variable, leaving consumer spending as a whole unchanged. Activity in manufacturing and nonfinancial services edged higher. Bank loan volume expanded slightly. Commercial real estate activity was sta . . .
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity expanded slightly, with mixed results across sectors. Retail spending softened, and tourism activity was variable, leaving consumer spending as a whole unchanged. Activity in manufacturing and nonfinancial services edged higher. Bank loan volume expanded slightly. Commercial real estate activity was sta . . .