ABA DataBank: Consumer prices increased at a slower pace
Elevated inflation will continue to weigh on consumer and business sentiment, erode purchasing power and dampen real economic growth, ABA...
Economy
ABA DataBank: Small-business optimism exceeded expectations in June
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose 2.1 points in June to 97.4, just below the survey's 52-year average of...
ABA DataBank: Rates and oil diverge
Oil prices have largely returned to early-2026 levels. In contrast, the implied yield on the Fed Funds Futures December 2026...
Survey: Job security rising concern for U.S. consumers
Concerns about job security are growing among U.S. consumers who are already stressed about rising prices, which is affecting spending...
Bank survey: Small-business growth continues amid economic uncertainty
Many small businesses are still expanding despite ongoing economic pressures and rising costs, according to a new survey by U.S....
ABA DataBank: Existing home sales remain sluggish in June
Total existing home sales remained up 2.8% over the year. The ABA Office of the Chief Economist views continued sluggish...
Bank survey: More consumers considering buying a home
For the first time since 2023, a majority of consumers believe it is better to buy a home rather than...
Consumer credit was unchanged in May
Total outstanding revolving credit, largely a reflection of credit card debt, decreased at an annual rate of 4.7% to $1.34...
Despite Fed vote to keep rates steady, FOMC minutes show divide
Federal Reserve officials seemed to be divided over interest rates according to minutes released from the Federal Open Market Committee...
Podcast: Understanding the 2025 Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data
ABA economist Dan Brown discusses the recent release of HMDA data for 2025. He examines several trends, including the varying...
