Investigating the Industrial Slowdown

Industrial production has slumped in 2019, but the economic backdrop doesn't look so dire.

To view this email as a web page. click here     Investigating the Industrial Slowdown     Industrial activity has stalled, and the Fed appears ready to cut rates. But the manufacturing slowdown will likely prove transitory, and a rate cut could push the economy closer to operating at its true potential.   READ THE FULL STORY     What GDP Data Really Shows This week's main event is the Friday release of second-quarter GDP data. While this news will certainly garner many reactions, GDP doesn't reveal much unless you know the underlying growth potential. Other measurements—such as jobless claims and the unemployment rate—can help paint a clearer picture of the economy. LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE      Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy | Website  JPMorgan Chase, 10 S. Dearborn, Mail Code: IL1-0723, Commercial Banking Marketing, Chicago, IL 60603-3403, United States. The material contained herein is intended as a general market commentary, in no way constitutes J.P. Morgan research and should not be treated as such. Further, the information and any views contained herein may differ from that contained in J.P. Morgan research reports. ABOUT THIS MESSAGE: J.P. Morgan, Chase and JPMorgan Chase are marketing names for certain businesses of JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its subsidiaries worldwide. Products and services may be provided by commercial bank affiliates, securities affiliates or other JPMC affiliates or entities. © 2019 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved.