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The Economic Outlook Update (EOU) by Business Valuation Resources (BVR) is a monthly publication designed to provide business valuation professionals with current macroeconomic data and analysis. The EOU compiles information from a variety of authoritative sources to offer insights into economic trends that may impact business valuations.
Primary Data Sources for the Economic Outlook Update
The EOU aggregates data from several reputable sources, including:
- U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA): Provides official statistics on gross domestic product (GDP), personal income, corporate profits, and other key economic indicators.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS): Offers data on employment, unemployment, wages, and inflation, which are critical for assessing labor market conditions.
- Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED): Maintained by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, FRED offers a comprehensive database of economic time series, including interest rates, monetary aggregates, and price indexes.
- The Conference Board: Publishes the U.S. Consumer Confidence Index and Leading Economic Indexes, which are valuable for gauging consumer sentiment and predicting economic trends.
- Blue Chip Economic Indicators: A monthly survey that compiles forecasts from top economists on various economic variables, such as GDP growth, inflation, and interest rates.
- Other Sources: The EOU may also incorporate data from additional reputable sources to provide a comprehensive economic overview.
Content and Analysis
Each issue of the EOU includes:
- Macroeconomic Indicators: Data on GDP, consumer spending, wholesale trade, and financial markets.
- Trend Analysis: Interpretation of economic data to identify emerging trends and potential impacts on business valuations.
- Valuation Implications: Insights into how current economic conditions may affect the valuation of businesses across various industries.
Data Partner: Consensus Economics
Available from: BVResources.
