Category: Economic Commentary December 2021 | Economic Commentary From Richard Moody, Regions Chief Economist By Richard Moody | December 1, 2021 Economic commentary issued in December 2021, primarily analyzing data and economic indicators covering November 2021 – while also looking ahead to upcoming data releases. Check back often for new insights. November Nonfarm Employment: Regions Footprint Economic Preview for the Week of December 20 Unemployment Insurance Claims: U.S. and Regions Footprint November Residential Construction: Largest Under Construction Backlog Since 1973 December FOMC Meeting: A Policy Pivot, But Is It Really A “Hawkish” Pivot? November Retail Sales: A Little Context Goes A Long Way Economic Preview for the Week of December 13 November Consumer Price Index: Not So Transitory Inflation Pushes Higher Monthly Economic Outlook: December 2021 Economic Preview for the Week of December 6 November Employment Report: Payroll Survey Whiffs, Household Survey Hits A Home Run November ISM Manufacturing Index: Early Signs Of Relief On The Supply Side?