Category: Economic Commentary May 2021 | Economic Commentary From Richard Moody, Regions Chief Economist By Richard Moody | May 2, 2021 Economic commentary issued in May 2021, primarily analyzing data and economic indicators covering the month of April 2021 – while also looking ahead to upcoming data releases. Check back often for new insights.Economic Preview for the Week of May 31April Personal Income/Spending: Wild Swings In Household Financial Flows ContinueUnemployment Insurance Claims: U.S. and Regions FootprintApril Nonfarm Employment: Regions FootprintApril New Home Sales: Supply Side And Demand Side Factors Weighing On SalesEconomic Preview for the Week of May 24April Existing Home Sales: Rising Trend Sales Rate Will Be Harder To SustainApril Residential Construction: A Strong Number, Despite The Headline “Miss”Economic Preview for the Week of May 17April Retail Sales/April Industrial ProductionQ1 2021 Household Debt and Credit: Debt Inches Higher, Payment Burdens SinkQ1 Mortgage Delinquencies & Foreclosures: Regions FootprintApril Consumer Price Index: More Than Base Effects At Work HereEconomic Preview for the Week of May 10Monthly Economic Outlook: May 2021April Employment Report: Supply Side Constraints Weigh On Growth OutlookApril ISM Manufacturing Index: Expansion Continues, But At A Slower PaceEconomic Preview for the Week of May 3