The latest NFIB survey of small businesses found nearly a quarter of small businesses raised prices last month. And nearly a third plan to do so in the next three months.

Demand for corrugated boxes can hint at how much consumers are buying

Sometimes they’re investing to meet current demand, sometimes they’re planning for the future.

Wholesalers supply both retailers and manufacturers.

Early in the pandemic, congested supply chains drove inflation. Now, we’re seeing growth without major disruptions.

November job openings also trended down but were still above pre-pandemic levels.

It means interest rate hikes are having the intended effect. Tapering consumer demand and high labor costs are weighing on earnings.

Demand for consumer electronics has fallen since the early days of the pandemic. But Best Buy says electronics demand could stabilize in the near future, or even grow.

This week, the Census Bureau will report how many manufactured durable goods businesses ordered in May. Many manufacturers haven’t been making as many products, but certain types of equipment are still in high demand.

Especially those closely tied to the housing market.