The US Federal Reserve Board of Governors has released the latest economic report, pointing out that the pace of recovery is slowing in multiple districts due to the shortage of goods due to the disruption of the supply network = supply chain, which has hindered the economic recovery. bottom.
On the 20th, the Fed released the latest economic report compiled by the 12 regional federal banks in the United States, describing the domestic economy as "economic activity is growing moderately in many districts" and demand is firm. Showed recognition.
However, he pointed out that the pace of recovery is slowing in multiple districts, saying that the shortage of goods due to the disruption of the supply network = supply chain and the labor shortage have not been resolved.
Specific examples include the impact of semiconductor shortages on car dealers and furniture retailers suffering from rising raw material costs and transportation costs, which have raised prices by more than 30% since February. And so on.
In addition, it has been reported that employees who are facing labor shortages will not be able to gather unless they raise their salaries by 20% or provide bonuses and gift cards.
At a meeting in early November, the Fed is expected to decide to switch monetary easing measures that have supported the economy, but there are concerns about the future of the US economy as the prolonged turmoil caused by the new corona is hampering recovery. It seems to remain.