A consensus indicator derived from a survey of economists regarding the economic outlook.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 2013 | 256.30 | — | — |
| Jun 6, 2013 | 256.30 | — | — |
| May 9, 2013 | 256.39 | — | — |
| Apr 4, 2013 | 258.89 | — | — |
| Mar 7, 2013 | 259.31 | — | — |
The latest reading is within its usual range, less than one standard deviation from the mean.