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remain unchanged. But there would be a substantial change in the composition

remained strong and that inflationary pressures were increasing. Despite...remained the best sellers, agents in a few areas reported that higher-priced

remained high, and dealers were selective in their ordering. Used vehicle...remained optimistic for the rest of the year. Commercial real estate markets

remain taut and several businesses report boosting worker pay. Generally...remain stable, but notable increases were reported for healthcare, homes

remain strong, and labor markets are tight. Wages are still rising a bit...remain difficult to find in the District. Lumber and drywall also remain

remained light. Home sales were strong in most areas, as mortgage interest...remained attractive to homebuyers. The volume of mortgage lending grew

remained weak. Manufacturing activity also grew moderately, with production...remained well below the previous year's levels. Volume of shipments and

remain weak through most of the year. Manufacturing Third District manufacturers...remained a concern for Third District bankers. Although most of those

remain above last year's pace. Bankers expect slight increases in lending...remain positive, on balance, but have weakened since the last Beige Book

remained weak. Meanwhile, residential construction was mixed and progress...remained relatively level. Consumer Spending and Tourism Consumer spending