This course explores key economic indicators related to business and consumer activity in the United States. It focuses on understanding metrics like the Consumer Confidence Index (CCI), business sentiment surveys, and their impact on the broader economy. Through this course, participants will learn how these indicators influence market trends, economic policies, and investment strategies. Explore insights into how investors can use data on consumer and business confidence to predict market behavior and make informed trading decisions.
Business and Consumer Activity and Confidence (US)
Business and Consumer Activity and Confidence (US)
This course is part of Investing using Value, Growth, Momentum and Economics Specialization
Instructors: Mary MacNamara
Sponsored by Louisiana Workforce Commission
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Beginner level
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4 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
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What you'll learn
Analyze the Impact of Consumer Confidence
Examine Business Sentiment and Activity
Interpret Economic Reports for Trading
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Taught in English
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Measuring the activity and the sentiments of consumers and businesses is integral for investors. Consumer and business strength and sentiment are important coincident and leading indicators of economic activity that correlate strongly with corporate earnings and revenue growth. The well-being of economies and markets directly depends on the actions and feelings of consumers and businesses. This course covers indicators that provide insight into economic activity and confidence like confidence, sales, incomes, production, and more.
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