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

Here are the main takeaways from May’s Beige Book:

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 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

The Beige Book, published eight times a year, compiles anecdotal reports from businesses, banks, and community groups in each region.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 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