Slower hiring, rising prices, wary consumers: Fed’s beige book points to sluggish economy
Slower Hiring, Rising Prices, Wary Consumers: Fed’s Beige Book Points to Sluggish U.S. Economy The Federal Reserve’s latest Beige Book paints a picture of a U.S. economy grinding to a slower pace, with businesses reporting subdued hiring, persistent price pressures, and consumers pulling back amid tariff uncertainties. Released on September 3, 2025, the report—based on … Read more