Stories Tagged as
Manufacturing
Falling aircraft sales pull down durable goods orders, but there's more to the story
Feb 27, 2024
"It's by no means anywhere near as awful as the headline number makes it look," one analyst says.
Amid disappointing manufacturing figures, one bright spot emerges
Feb 16, 2024
Economist say the rise in high-tech manufacturing — of things like semiconductors and circuit boards — in the U.S. bolsters national security.
After a tough year, manufacturing has reasons to be hopeful
Jan 5, 2024
Activity in the sector contracted last year, but federal investment is one of the factors that could make 2024 better.
Businesses are spending to boost productivity, regardless of higher interest rates
Dec 22, 2023
Some are doing well enough that they don't need to borrow in order to expand and improve.
Manufacturing sector contracts for 13th straight month, but construction spending is up
Dec 1, 2023
The Institute for Supply Management’s Purchasing Managers Index showed worse-than-expected performance for manufacturing, but construction growth shone.
The scariest part of Halloween: supply chains
Oct 2, 2023
Consumers may spend a record $12.2 billion this year — that's the treat. But sellers may need tricks to bring their goods to market.
Why does furniture fall apart so easily?
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Richard Cunningham
Sep 27, 2023
Furniture used to last a lifetime. Now, not so much. But how did we get here?
For public good, not for profit.
Aircraft orders can distort economic data. They also propel a lot of economic activity.
by
Justin Ho
Sep 27, 2023
Their volatility can overshadow broader trends. But those orders are just the start of a long, expansive manufacturing supply chain.
Automakers aren't the only manufacturers that rely on temporary workers
Sep 21, 2023
They're usually cheaper than permanent employees, but they can reduce productivity.
Why some car parts are still hard to find
by
Henry Epp
Sep 18, 2023
Dealers are still playing catch-up after the chip shortage and suppliers are building parts for new cars rather than those on the road.