Economic activity edges higher amid mixed consumer signals

Data center and defense orders continue to fuel manufacturing while residential construction softens, according to the Federal Reserve. Economic activity increased modestly since early July, with 10 of 12 Federal Reserve districts reporting growth in the slight to moderate range and two reporting no change, according to latest Beige Book data. Financial conditions improved slightly as loan volumes remained solid or increased across most districts [1].

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1. housingwire.com · Economic activity edges higher amid mixed consumer signals Sep 3, 2026

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