New York Fed Empire Manufacturing Report Falls to -3.58

The transcript discusses the Empire manufacturing report, highlighting a negative reading of -3.6 compared to an expected 12.4. It notes declines in inventories and unfilled orders, while prices paid showed a positive reading. The report's impact on the market is generally minimal unless there is a significant deviation, but some action in futures might be expected.

What was the expected reading for the Empire manufacturing report?

• 12.4

• 15.0

• 10.4

• 3.6

Which of the following was reported as being down in the Empire manufacturing report?

• Prices paid

• Inventories

• Market demand

• Employment rates

What was the reading for prices paid in the report?

• 3.6

• 12.4

• 10.4

• 8.2

How does the market typically react to the Empire manufacturing report?

• No reaction at all

• Always a positive reaction

• Strong reaction regardless of the report

• Strong reaction only if the report deviates significantly

What could potentially cause market action in futures according to the report?

• A slight increase in prices paid

• A significant deviation in the report

• An increase in inventories

• A decrease in employment rates