Fed’s Beige Book reports modest U.S. economic growth

The Federal Reserve’s Beige Book highlights slight U.S. economic growth since mid-January, with declining consumer spending, modest manufacturing gains and slow job growth as wage increases eased. Prices rose across regions, with some firms struggling to pass on costs while others preemptively raised prices due to expected tariffs. According to Wu Blockchain on X, despite policy and tariff concerns, regional outlooks remain cautiously optimistic.