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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.


Etymology

Origin of Beige Book

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

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They will also keep an eye on the release of the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book, which tracks current economic conditions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

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 Institute for Supply Management services PMI is at 10 a.m., and the Fed’s Beige Book of economic conditions at 2 p.m.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026

Outside of the conflict, investors watch for ADP private payrolls data in the U.S., while the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book should give an on-the-ground picture of U.S. business sentiment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

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