Beige Book

American  

[beyzh book] / ˈbeɪʒ ˌbʊk /

noun

1. a summary of current economic conditions prepared eight times a year and published by the U.S. Federal Reserve System.

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Etymology

Origin of Beige Book

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index is due at 10 a.m., followed by the Fed Beige Book of economic activity at 2 p.m.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

The Federal Reserve’s Beige Book, released Wednesday, noted that all 12 regional Fed branches said prices increased in recent weeks.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

The Beige Book largely backs that up—but also notes that many businesses see a cloudy path ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

The Federal Reserve’s latest Beige Book report indicates a steady economy with persistent inflation, a stable labor market, and policy uncertainty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

December existing-home sales are due at 10 a.m., followed by the Fed’s Beige Book at 2 p.m.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 14, 2026