Cooling Hiring Trends Come Into Focus
Week of March 23, 2026 in Review A quieter week for economic data, with markets largely driven by uncertainty around the conflict in Iran and swings in oil prices. Meanwhile, the latest labor market reports provided some important signals on hiring trends. Here are the key takeaways. ADP Signals Sluggish Job Growth ADP’s weekly employment […]
Fed Pauses Again, Housing Hits Weather Snag
Week of March 16, 2026 in Review For the second meeting in a row, the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, as expected. In housing, recent weather slowed home purchase activity in parts of the country, while wholesale inflation came in higher than anticipated. Here are the key takeaways. Fed Hits Pause Again, but Not […]
Signs the Labor Market Is Losing Steam
Week of March 2, 2026 in Review The labor market is showing signs of slowing, while home price forecasts nationwide remain strong. Here are the key takeaways. February Jobs Report Falls Well Short of Expectations February job growth came in well below estimates according to the latest report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The […]
Delayed Housing, Inflation and GDP Data Released
The government has released delayed reports on home construction, home sales, GDP, and the Fed’s preferred inflation measure, PCE, following last fall’s shutdown. Here’s a look at the key highlights. · PCE Inflation Higher Than Expected · Weather Slows Home Contract Activity · Housing Construction Picks Up, But Builders Remain Cautious · Quick Take: GDP and Unemployment PCE Inflation […]
The Ultimate Guide to Getting Your First Mortgage: What Nobody Tells You
