economic indicators

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1. Series of statistical figures, such as the consumer price index or the gross domestic product, used by economists to predict future economic activity.

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Example Sentences

Ministers privately and publicly would point to at least some economic indicators that were looking more promising.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

But on Tuesday, the PMI data became the first batch of economic indicators that encompass the effects of the Iranian war.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

The U.S. economy is expected to slow further amid continued headwinds, while conflict in the Middle East further clouds the growth outlook, according to a basket of monthly economic indicators.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Pending home sales and leading economic indicators are due for release as the Federal Reserve begins its two-day interest-rate setting meeting.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

Other economic indicators in the red were budget deficits, high interest rates, and the crowding out of private investments.

From Definition & Reality in the General Theory of Political Economy by Colignatus, Thomas