chicago business barometer

Macro: Chicago Business Barometer — Wow!

By Douglas R. Terry, CFA|2023-12-01T01:30:01-05:00December 1st, 2023|Economy|

This number was truly stunning and almost unbelievable. Chi-palm as we used to call in back in the day jumped from a recessionary level of 44 to 55.8. The index has done this when exiting recession and also acted this way just before going into a recession. After sitting in recessionary territory for a year, it jumps 12 points. We [...]

Macro: Chicago Business Barometer

By Douglas R. Terry, CFA|2023-10-31T18:50:11-04:00October 31st, 2023|Economy|

Similar to other regional surveys, down .1 from September and near the average for the year. Soft conditions. We need directional confirmation. Chicago Business Barometer Disclaimer: This information is presented for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy any investment products. None of the information herein constitutes [...]

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