Purchasing Managers Index

U.S. Manufacturing Hits 3-Year High in February
The Economy

U.S. Manufacturing Hits 3-Year High in February

“Manufacturing is doing well but it will not be smooth sailing over the next few months", in part because of supply-chain disruptions.
By Matthew Heller | March 1, 2021
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Global Manufacturing Dives Amid Virus Lockdowns
The Economy

Global Manufacturing Dives Amid Virus Lockdowns

Even export powerhouses Germany and Japan saw steep decreases in factory output last month as the coronavirus upended supply chains and crushed demand.
By Matthew Heller | April 1, 2020
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U.S. Manufacturing Slumps for 2nd Straight Month
The Economy

U.S. Manufacturing Slumps for 2nd Straight Month

“We have now tariffed our way into a manufacturing recession in the U.S. and globally,” a chief investment officer said.
By Matthew Heller | October 1, 2019
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Manufacturing Activity Contracts Again
The Economy

Manufacturing Activity Contracts Again

A closely-followed factory gauge reaches its lowest level in more than six years as low commodity prices continue to limit orders.
By Matthew Heller | January 5, 2016
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Monthly Manufacturing Activity Wanes for First Time Since 2012
The Economy

Monthly Manufacturing Activity Wanes for First Time Since 2012

Before November of this year, the last time manufacturing activity contracted was in November 2012.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | December 1, 2015
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Service Sector Activity Increases 1.6% in July
The Economy

Service Sector Activity Increases 1.6% in July

Latest data from Markit show a rebound from June's five-month low but positive economic sentiment fell for the second month in a row.
By Matthew Heller | August 5, 2015
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Purchasing Data Show Slowing Expansion Globally
The Economy

Purchasing Data Show Slowing Expansion Globally

The JPMorgan Global All-Industry Output Index hit a 14 month-low, hindered by output contraction in France, Italy, Russia and Brazil.
By Matthew Heller | January 7, 2015
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Germany Rebounds in Q3 But France and Italy Wobble
The Economy

Germany Rebounds in Q3 But France and Italy Wobble

Despite the robust growth shown by Europe's largest economy last quarter, the euro zone remains plagued by anemic demand .
By Iris Dorbian | October 6, 2014
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