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markets were firm and home sales were steady. The outlook among the business...markets are expected to remain firm, although construction is forecasted

markets have remained strong, with sales and prices on the rise. Commercial...markets as sellers' markets and expect them to remain that way into the

markets were about the same as in the previous survey but less tight than...wait-and-see attitude toward expansion. Inventories of both raw materials

markets throughout the region, many say the markets are stronger than ...and, on average, listings stay on the market longer. Some contacts consider

markets in the region are holding up well. While the consensus centers...market (building materials and hardware) cite modest to strong growth

markets continued to strengthen in the third quarter, while the single-family...markets continued to strengthen since the last report, with brisk leasing

markets have eased in recent months, but demand for both new and existing...markets have eased since winter. According to recent surveys by commercial

market also continued to gain momentum in the first quarter. Regional ...markets described as "tight as a drum." Housing markets in New York and

markets remain strong, although some homes are remaining on the market...markets throughout New England remain strong as contacts report high levels

market activity was weak overall and slowed further in many areas, while...markets, notably apparel, electronic goods, and computer services, helped