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Manufacturing PMI® at 46.7%; November 2023 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

Fastener News Desk

Manufacturing supplier lead times continue to decrease, a positive for future economic activity. The 2024 forecast looks challenging, specially from a cost perspective.” ” [Machinery] “Automotive sales still impacted by UAW strike. ET on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.

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Manufacturing PMI® at 49%; September 2023 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

Fastener News Desk

Manufacturing supplier lead times continue to decrease, but at a slow pace. ” [Apparel, Leather & Allied Products] “Overall, things continue to be very steady: Sales and revenue are as expected, and the supply environment has stabilized greatly versus 2021-22. But overall conditions feel stable.”

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Manufacturing PMI® at 47.6%; August 2023 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

Fastener News Desk

Sentiment improved regarding manufacturing lead times, although they remain at elevated levels. ” [Plastics & Rubber Products] “Automotive volume remains strong in preparation for the United Auto Workers’ potential strike at Ford, General Motors and Stellantis. Contingency plans in place for sub-tiers. .”