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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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The disciplinary moves come at a moment when prediction markets – which allow users to wager on outcomes ranging from elections to economic indicators – are facing heightened scrutiny.

From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026

The reports of robust spending run counter to some recent economic indicators.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026

The Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing index for August rose to 47.4 from 41.4 in July, beating economists expectations for just 24.1 Leading economic indicators are due at 10 a.m.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026

Swonk said some economic indicators do show a surprisingly strong economy that benefits the rich.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 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 Thomas Colignatus

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