Category: Economic Commentary February 2021 | Economic Commentary From Richard Moody, Regions Chief Economist By Richard Moody | February 1, 2021 Economic commentary issued in February 2021, primarily analyzing data and economic indicators covering the month of January 2021 – while also looking ahead to upcoming data releases. Check back often for new insights.January Personal Income/Spending: Round Two Of EIP Boosts January Personal IncomeUnemployment Insurance Claims: U.S. and Regions FootprintJanuary New Home Sales: A Solid Start To 2021, But Will It Last?Economic Preview for the Week of Feb. 22January Residential Construction: Single Family Starts Fall, But Should Bounce BackJanuary Retail Sales: “Not As Bad” Becomes A Seasonally Adjusted “Surge”Household Pulse Survey: Regions FootprintEconomic Preview for the Week of Feb. 15Q4 2020 Mortgage Delinquencies & Foreclosures: Regions FootprintJanuary Consumer Price Index: New Year, Same Inflation Story. For Now, AnywayHousehold Pulse Survey: Regions FootprintMonthly Economic Outlook: February 2021Economic Preview for the Week of Feb. 8January Nonfarm Employment: A Stark Reminder Of The Downside RisksJanuary ISM Manufacturing Index: Growing Stresses On Factory Sector ExpansionEconomic Preview for the Week of Feb. 1