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A composite index of ten economic indicators that should lead overall economic activity. This indicator was initially compiled by the Commerce Department but is now compiled and produced by The Conference Board. It has been revised many times in the past 30 years - particularly when it has not done a good job of predicting turning points. Why Investors Care
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Highlights
The Conference Board's index of leading indicators rose 0.1 percent in March vs. sharp declines in February and January. But the data are soft and point to slowing economic growth. Quarter-to-quarter, the index level of 137.4 is below the 138.4 level in December.
The Conference Board's index of leading indicators fell 0.5 percent in February following a 0.3 percent decline in January. The data reflect moderating economic conditions and, according to the report, point to moderate but choppy conditions ahead.
Leading indicators Consensus Forecast for March 07: +0.2 percent
Range: +0.1 to +0.4 percent
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