Economic Update 06-15-2020
- Economic data for the week included the conclusion of the FOMC, where no monetary policy action was taken but the overall tone remained somber. In keeping with Covid-related economic disruptions, several inflation measures saw deceleration, consumer sentiment improved, while employment conditions continue show multi-decade weakness.
- U.S. equity markets fell around the globe with a somber assessment by the U.S. Federal Reserve, and an increase in new Covid cases in some regions. Foreign markets followed suit, albeit to a lesser degree. Treasury bonds fared well in the flight from risk, outperforming corporates. Commodities lost ground due to another pullback in energy prices.