Understanding Economic Indicators: Definition and Interpretation

Discover how economic indicators like CPI, GDP, and unemployment rates help analyze a nation's economic health and forecast investment opportunities.
Investopedia

Economics Defined With Types, Indicators, and Systems

Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...
AOL

I’m an Economist: The No. 1 Economic Indicator I Rely On

Economists use a variety of tools and data to predict how well or poorly the economy will do in the near-term. Experts can analyze figures like the gross domestic product (GDP), unemployment rates, ...
Morningstar

Which Economic Indicators Are Most Important to Pay Attention to During Periods of Volatility?

On this episode of The Long View, Dr. Paul Ashworth, who serves as Chief North America Economist at Capital Economics, discusses the challenges in economic forecasting, what indicators he’s paying ...
Business Insider

These 5 recession indicators have escaped the danger zone after flashing economic red flags

Five recession indicators that were flashing a warning sign about the economy have since retreated. Ned Davis Research said its Recession Probability Model has plunged to 2%, suggesting "minimal odds" ...
Institutional Investor

Three Economic Indicators from Unconventional Sources

Online dating traffic, cardboard box production and movie success offer insights into consumer behavior and economic health. The combined occurrence of informal indicators can highlight broader ...