[Federal Reserve Beige Book: Mixed Economic Signals, Consumer Market 'K-Shaped Divergence' Intensifies] BlockBeats News, November 27, the latest Beige Book survey released by the Federal Reserve shows that U.S. economic activity has seen little change in recent weeks, but overall consumer spending has further declined, except for high-end consumer groups. According to the Beige Book survey released by the U.S. central bank on Wednesday, employment levels have slightly decreased, while prices have risen moderately. There is disagreement among Federal Reserve policymakers on whether to maintain interest rates or lower them at the December meeting. This report provides support for both sides of the current policy debate.