U.S. Producer-Price Growth Slows as Jobless Claims Fall

The video discusses economic forecasts, highlighting a slight deviation in final demand expectations and a decrease in the core rate. It examines the impact of energy prices on goods and services, noting a significant rise in energy costs. The video also covers jobless claims, reporting a notable drop, aligning with expectations as benefits ended and people returned to work.

What was the actual increase in final demand on a month-over-month basis?

• 7/10

• 6/10

• 5/10

• 8/10

How much did the core rate increase by?

• 2/10

• 4/10

• 8/10

• 6/10

What was the largest contributor to the increase in final demand for goods in September?

• Energy prices

• Manufacturing costs

• Service costs

• Food prices

What was the percentage increase in the service economy?

• 4/10

• 1/10

• 2/10

• 3/10

What was the revised number of jobless claims before the significant drop?

• 326,000

• 293,000

• 329,000

• 300,000