Introduces Michael McKee to discuss latest economic data
John
Michael McKee
Retail sales up 0.6% in November after being flat in October; control group up 0.4% (down from 0.6% revised lower)
Michael McKee
PPI increased 0.2% in November; core PPI up 0.2% monthly and 3.5% annually - largest 12-month increase since March
Michael McKee
Based on PPI annual figures and strong retail sales, the Fed won't be cutting interest rates anytime soon and inflation remains persistent
Acknowledges data is dated but provides decent picture of momentum into year-end and new year
John
Michael McKee
January meeting already signaled no cuts; this data confirms that stance
Michael McKee
Detailed retail breakdown: motor vehicles +1%, furniture -0.1%, building materials +1.3%, groceries +0.1%, gasoline +1.4%, clothing +0.9%, department stores -2.9%