Fastener News Desk

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The Prices Index climbed into expansion (or ‘increasing’) territory as new pricing levels for 2024 went into effect.” The four manufacturing industries reporting growth in January are: Apparel, Leather & Allied Products; Textile Mills; Transportation Equipment; and Chemical Products. TEMPE, Ariz. , Feb.

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Manufacturing Supply Chain Beverage Electronics 52

Fastener News Desk

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The Customers’ Inventories Index reading indicated improved supply chain efficiency, as output improved and customers’ inventories continued to decline. China relations, and the impact the UAW (United Auto Workers) strike could have on suppliers of ours who support automotive production.

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Manufacturing Supply Chain Beverage Apparel 52

Fastener News Desk

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The 2024 forecast looks challenging, specially from a cost perspective.” ” [Chemical Products] “Nearly all microchip supply issues have been resolved, finally bringing an end to the three-year chip shortage. ” [Machinery] “Automotive sales still impacted by UAW strike.

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Manufacturing Beverage Supply Chain Apparel 52

Fastener News Desk

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

We’re continuing to ship to max capacity, with supply constraints still a real part of our day-to-day business operations.” This is likely due to customers’ increased confidence in the supply chain, (which) has them reducing their inventories. Customers are also being pinched with higher interest rates.

Manufacturing 64

Manufacturing Beverage Composites Apparel 64