From delta variant considerations to psychedelic-based therapeutics, each week we highlight five things to know in the life sciences industry. … READ MORE >
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CHART OF THE DAY: Apparel goods pricing takes a mid-summer slide
The Consumer Price Index—which has indicated elevated pricing on apparel goods earlier this summer—appears to be declining on a year-over-year basis, according to Department of Labor data released Aug. 11. … READ MORE >
The return to office slows in the technology sector
In recent weeks, several big technology companies have discussed and updated their plans for employees to return to the office. … READ MORE >
Interest rate update: Inflation expectations remain subdued
At present, and because of greater price volatility due to the sudden reopening of the economy, the surge in consumer demand and subsequent supply chain issues, expectations are for the inflation rate in the next few years to move above 2.3% before settling back to roughly 2.25% over time. … READ MORE >
Initial jobless claims decline ahead of expected delta-driven turbulence
First-time jobless claims declined to 348,000 for the week ending Aug. 14, 2021, from a previous upwardly revised 377,000. … READ MORE >
2021 tech IPOs have been white hot, but will the trend continue?
After a busy July, the tech IPO market appears to be on vacation so far in August. But it is possible that some of the biggest companies going public are lined up for the second half of 2021. … READ MORE >
Defense technology: Emerging trends from industry executives in Q2
In second-quarter earnings calls, top executives in the industry discussed the labor market, supply chain disruptions, the space market, investment in nuclear power and international demand. … READ MORE >
CHART OF THE DAY: Retail sales dip reflects shift in spending habits
A decline in retail spending in July may signal a shift in spending habits as consumers straddle a strengthening economy and virus-related concerns. … READ MORE >
Booming first half for private equity activity sets stage for a record year in 2021
A resurgent U.S. economy in the first half of the year and forecasts for strong growth in the back half sustained the momentum that started in the fourth quarter of 2019. … READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of August 9
From infrastructure to drug pricing, our senior analysts highlight the latest issues affecting the life sciences industry. … READ MORE >