Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Issues Beige Book on April 15, 2026
April 20, 2026
April 20, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 20 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago issued the following Beige Book on April 15, 2026:
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Seventh District increased slightly over the reporting period, though contacts expected no change in activity in the coming year. Manufacturing demand rose modestly; consumer spending increased slightly; employment, business spending, and construction and real estate were flat on balance; . . .
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Summary of Economic Activity
Economic activity in the Seventh District increased slightly over the reporting period, though contacts expected no change in activity in the coming year. Manufacturing demand rose modestly; consumer spending increased slightly; employment, business spending, and construction and real estate were flat on balance; . . .