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Fundamental Analysis

Beige Book

Definition A compilation of economic conditions from each of the 12 Federal Reserve regional districts. Data are anecdotal and qualitative, rather than quantitative, in nature. This book is produced before the monetary policy meetings of the Federal Open Market Committee.

Why do Investors Care?This report on economic conditions is used at FOMC meetings, where the Fed sets interest rate policy. These meetings occur roughly every six weeks and are the single most influential event for the markets. Market participants speculate for weeks in advance about the possibility of an interest rate change that could be announced upon the end of these meetings. If the outcome is different from expectations, the impact on the markets can be dramatic and far-reaching.

If the Beige Book portrays an overheating economy or inflationary pressures, the Fed may be more inclined to raise interest rates in order to moderate the economic pace. Conversely, if the Beige Book portrays economic difficulties or recessionary conditions, the Fed may see the need to lower interest rates in order to stimulate activity.

Since the Beige Book is released two weeks before each FOMC meeting, investors can see for themselves at least one of the many indicators which Fed officials will use to determine interest rate policy, and can position their portfolios accordingly.

Fundamental Analysis

	Introduction
	Jobless Claims
	Durable Goods Orders
	Employment Data
	Gross Domestic Product
	Housing Starts
	FOMC Meeting
	ISM Manufacturing Index
	Personal Income And Outlays
	Producer Price Index
	Retail Sales
	Beige Book
	International Trade Balance
	Consumer Confidence
	Current Account
	Leading Indicators
	Market Moving Economic Data

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