Economic Indicators
Indexes and projections to provide understanding of near-term economic conditions.
From the Chief Economist
Economic insights and analyses on the global economy and specific current topics relevant to business executives.
StraightTalk®
Global Economic Outlook 2013: Is the global economic speed limit slowing down?
Economic Update
Fiscal tightening should drag U.S. growth lower in the remainder of 2013
The Conference Board Economics Watch®
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Monthly U.S. and quarterly regional webcasts with forecasts and commentary along with a suite of economic indicators and analyses that provide a platform for strategic decision making. Complimentary for members of The Conference Board
Highlights
China Center Chart of the Week: Recent jump in bank deposits likely boosted by new WMP regulations
May 2013 | China Center Publications
This chart shows changes in the stock of outstanding deposits in China’s banking system on a monthly basis, and the total outstanding deposit growth.
New Trends in Energy Markets and More Competitive Economies (Part 2)
28 May, 2013 | KnowlEdge Series
Despite concerns about the environment and macroeconomic impacts, shale gas is projected to make the Unites States less dependent on imported sources of energy and fuels.Products & Services
Conferences/Events
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Global Demand Shifts Workshop
19 June, 2013 (New York, NY)
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Energy Volatility Summit
25 - 26 June, 2013 (Houston, TX)
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Global Demand Shifts Workshop
26 June, 2013 (Alpharetta, GA)
Publications
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China Center Chart of the Week: China’s manufacturing PMI should be taken with a growing grain of salt
May 2013 | China Center Publications
This chart shows the performance of China’s official manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) since January 2010, along with the major subcomponents. We urge members to view this index with great caution. -
The Conference Board Economics Watch® - European View
May 2013 | Economics Watch Reports
A recovery for the Euro Area has been delayed in part by continued weakness in business confidence. This issue also explores how prices and supplies of oil and natural gas may affect long-term growth prospects of Europe's economies.
Webcasts
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New Trends in Energy Markets and More Competitive Economies (Part 1)
23 May, 2013 | KnowlEdge Series
While the rapid growth of emerging economies creates upward pressure on many energy and commodity prices, there is also considerable volatility in these markets depending on supply and demand conditions as well as short term shocks. -
New Trends in Energy Markets and More Competitive Economies (Part 2)
28 May, 2013 | KnowlEdge Series
Despite concerns about the environment and macroeconomic impacts, shale gas is projected to make the Unites States less dependent on imported sources of energy and fuels.
