Economic Insights

Dana Johnson - Web Photo Through economic briefs, regional and topical market analyses, worksheets, general articles, and other resources listed below, our chief economist, Dana Johnson, provides insights into economic factors impacting the nation. You may also subscribe to receive Economic Insights publications via e-mail or learn more about Mr. Johnson.

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U.S. Economic Brief

A monthly publication providing timely analysis of issues affecting the national economy and financial markets. The Brief also includes Comerica’s latest forecast of key economic indicators and various benchmark interest rates.

More Bad News (08/2010)

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California Economic Brief

A quarterly publication providing analysis of the California economy, accompanied by charts of various state-level economic indicators.

A Half Step Behind (05/2010)

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Michigan Economic Brief

A quarterly publication providing analysis of the Michigan economy, accompanied by charts of various state-level economic indicators.

Cyclical & Structural Trends (04/2010)

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Texas Economic Brief

A quarterly publication providing analysis of the Texas economy, accompanied by charts of various state-level economic indicators.

Still Outpacing the Nation (07/2010)

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Auto Affordability Index

A quarterly index created by Comerica Economics reflecting the average family’s ability to purchase a car. This report incorporates the latest data on consumer spending on light vehicles and on the terms available on auto loans.

Auto Affordability Index (Q2 2010)

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California Economic Activity Index

A monthly summary of nine equally weighted, seasonally-adjusted coincident indicators of real economic activity in California.

California Index (July 2010 - 2)

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Michigan Economic Activity Index

A monthly summary of nine equally weighted, seasonally adjusted coincident indicators of real economic activity in Michigan.

Michigan Economic Activity Index (Jul 2010 - 2)

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Michigan Tourism Index

A quarterly summary of six equally weighted, seasonally adjusted travel, lodging and entertainment data series that serve as a proxy for statewide tourism activity.

Michigan Tourism Index (Q2 2010)

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