The US Leading Economic Index fell 0.1 per cent in January 2026 to 97.5, marking continued but moderating headwinds.
Its six-month decline slowed to 1.3 per cent.
Weak consumer expectations and fewer building permits weighed on the index, though most components improved.
The Coincident and Lagging Indexes rose, signalling current economic resilience, while GDP growth for 2026 is projected at 2 per cent.
Its six-month decline slowed to 1.3 per cent.
Weak consumer expectations and fewer building permits weighed on the index, though most components improved.
The Coincident and Lagging Indexes rose, signalling current economic resilience, while GDP growth for 2026 is projected at 2 per cent.
