What Is the Leading Economic Index? Understanding Its Role

Discover the Leading Economic Index (LEI), its components, and how it forecasts future U.S. economic trends. Essential for investors and businesses planning ahead.
The Heritage Foundation

Heritage 2025 Index of Economic Freedom: World Economy “Mostly Unfree"; U.S. Economy Hit Its Lowest Ranking Ever Due to Biden’s Failed Economic Polices

WASHINGTON – The Heritage Foundation released its latest edition of the annual Index of Economic Freedom today. The 2025 Index, which covers economic policies and conditions in 184 countries from the ...
Marketplace

One set of economic indicators is pointing to a future economic slowdown

A forward-looking index of economic indicators put out by The Conference Board is flashing warning signs of “economic slowdown.” The Leading Economic Index, or LEI, fell sharply in April by 1% after ...
Seeking Alpha

Chicago Fed National Activity Index: Economic Growth Increased In August

The Chicago Fed's National Activity Index is a monthly indicator designed to gauge overall economic activity and related inflationary pressure. The Chicago Fed National Activity Index (CFNAI) rose to ...