The S&P Global’s Purchasing Managers’ Index showed U.S. growth for June, but readings for some of the country’s key trading partners are just plain mediocre.
AI data centers require all kinds of materials — from copper to computer chips — which is driving up prices for other products that also need those resources.
Nearly two-thirds of builders are offering things like free appliances or lower-interest rate loans, according to the National Association of Home Builders.
According to the latest Census report, sales at sporting goods, hobby, musical instrument, and book stores were up 11.3% in May from the same time a year ago.