Category: Economics
Update USA Housing
Housing starts declined in March on a seasonally adjusted basis by 6.8%. This is not as dramatic as appears on the surface given that February was a record high since October 2007. On an annual basis, starts are up 8.7%.
Update USA Inflation – Food
Agriculture related stock companies will be enjoying stable material prices in the foreseeable future. Raw materials will not be contributing to inflation with most areas seeing increases in product inventories. Prices should remain at current prices with some areas, such as soybean experiencing declines.
Update USA Unemployment Rate
USA Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.5%
Update on USA Consumer Confidence (29 March 2017)
American Consumer Confidence Reaches New Highs – Best Since The Great Recession
Update on USA Housing – New & Existing Home Prices Added (29 March 2017)
Median New and Existing Housing Prices Added, Prices Increase 5.7% Year-Over-Year