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Manufacturing PMI® at 49.1%; January 2024 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

Fastener News Desk

The four manufacturing industries reporting growth in January are: Apparel, Leather & Allied Products; Textile Mills; Transportation Equipment; and Chemical Products. There is a real short-term increase in the cost of international freight.” ” [Transportation Equipment] “Business continues to stabilize. (We)

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Manufacturing PMI® at 48.4%; December 2022 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

Fastener News Desk

The Supplier Deliveries Index indicated faster deliveries, and the Inventories Index expanded at a faster rate as panelists’ companies continued to effectively manage the total supply chain inventory. Managing head counts and total supply chain inventories remain primary goals as the sector closes the year.

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Manufacturing PMI® at 52.8%; July 2022 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®

Fastener News Desk

Panelists are now expressing concern about a softening in the economy, as new order rates contracted for the second month amid developing anxiety about excess inventory in the supply chain. Overstock of raw materials due to prior supply chain issues and slowing orders.” ” [Computer & Electronic Products].