Highlights of key economic statistics from last week compiled by Putnam Investments.
- The S&P Global US Composite PMI Output Index climbed to 52.0 in January from 50.9 in December.
- The trade deficit increased in December, according to the Census Bureau.
- Initial jobless claims fell by 9,000 to 218,000 in the week ended February 3, 2024, the Department of Labor Found.
- As of February 2, 2024, 46% of S&P 500 Index companies have reported fourth-quarter earnings for 2023. Of these companies, 72% have reported actual EPS above estimates, according to FactSet.
- The RCM/TIPP Economic Optimism Index fell in February.
- Eurostat noted euro area retail trade fell by 1.1% in December compared with November.
- Eurostat reported euro area Industrial producer prices fell 0.8% in December compared with November.
- The HCOB Eurozone Construction PMI fell to 41.3 in January from 43.6 in December.
- The yield on the 10-year Treasury note rose.
- Rate of inflation moderation
- Slower economic growth amid higher interest rates
- Magnitude of earnings degradation
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