US DATA: Here is the beige book’s summary paragraph on prices-
“Non-wage input costs increased for manufacturers and retailers in most
Districts. Manufacturers, in a number of Districts reported having
greater ability to pass through higher input costs to customers.
Retailers in some Districts mentioned they had implemented price
increases or were anticipating such action in the next few months.
Homebuilders in Cleveland & Atlanta had limited ability to pass through
cost increases to buyers. Most reporting Districts noted continued
strong agricultural commodity prices. Wage pressures remained minimal
across all Districts; although Philadelphia, Dallas, & SF noted that
most wage increases were for workers with specialized skills.”
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