Simply Economics

Even though markets reacted negatively to one comment by Fed Chair Yellen, Fed policy remains on course.

Wednesday is the highlight with Fed policy statement, forecasts, and chair press conference.

Other data may be improving but Friday's employment report is what counts this week.

The economy has slowed--but how much is weather related?

Fed continues measured steps while weather woes continue also

Fed Chair Yellen testifies before Congress--taper and employment are likely topics.

The Fed tapered further and markets are waiting for Friday's employment report.

Fed decision on tapering not obvious--economy has slowed but investors may prefer certainty.

This week's focus is on housing with existing home sales and FHFA prices

Employment report for December was disappointing despite drop in unemployment rate

Fed taper is going to happen--the question is when and, if later, does the Fed prep markets with guidance?

Even though healthy numbers have raised taper talk, markets are getting used to the idea.

News on the consumer is updated with employment, personal income, and motor vehicles sales. Meanwhile, the Fed gets ready for its December meeting.

Even though sales are slipping, the Fed's QE is keeping home prices up. Meanwhile, the Fed practices taper.

Markets see Fed transition as continuation of current policy.

Markets are focusing on new Fed leadership and whether to taper or not.

October employment, Q3 GDP and September personal income could affect Fed taper timing.

Economic news points to no taper on Wednesday.

Job growth fell well below expectations. The unemployment rate slipped but somewhat for wrong reason.

Key indicators are missing due to government shutdown. Biggest release is likely the Beige Book plus a few non-government indicators.