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Manufacturing expansion passes two years

September 1, 2011

Factory activity expanded for the 25th consecutive month, and the overall economy grew for the 27th consecutive month.

These 14 sectors were hopping in May

June 1, 2011

Manufacturing slowed down last month, but it’s still growing.

Transport equipment a big part of factory growth

March 2, 2011

In ISM indices that measure growth in manufacturing and manufacturing employment, “transportation equipment” was the third fastest growing segment in February.

Confidence lackluster, but factories humming

September 1, 2010

Tuesday’s report on consumer confidence was a bit sour, even though the index was up a tad. “Overall, consumers remain apprehensive about the future," said an official with The Conference ...

Manufacturing still growing, but more slowly

July 1, 2010

The recovery is still with us, note the factory-watchers at the Institute for Supply Management. The manufacturing sector expanded in June for the 11th consecutive month, though at a less ...
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