Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Durable Goods New Orders – Long-Term Charts Through December 2013

Many people place emphasis on Durable Goods New Orders as a prominent economic indicator and/or leading economic indicator.
For reference, below are charts depicting this measure.
First, from the St. Louis Fed site (FRED), a chart through December, last updated on January 28.  This value is 229,319 ($ Millions) :
(click on charts to enlarge images)
DGORDER_1-28-14 229319
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Here is the chart depicting this measure on a “Percentage Change from a Year Ago” basis:
DGORDER_1-28-14 229319 Percent Change From Year Ago
Data Source: FRED, Federal Reserve Economic Data, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis: Manufacturers’ New Orders:  Durable Goods [DGORDER] ; U.S. Department of Commerce: Census Bureau ; accessed January 28, 2014;
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I post various indicators and indices because I believe they should be carefully monitored.  However, as those familiar with this blog are aware, I do not necessarily agree with what they depict or imply.
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The Special Note summarizes my overall thoughts about our economic situation
SPX at 1793.34 as this post is written

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