Stories Tagged as
Manufacturing
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?
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.
For public good, not for profit.
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.
Some U.S. manufacturers find reasons to be cheerful about their prospects
by
Justin Ho
Aug 24, 2023
Manufacturing has been weak for a while. But companies are optimistic about government investment and a future uptick in demand.
Manufacturing slows, but economy remains robust
Aug 3, 2023
Manufacturing slowed in July, but consumer demand and a strong service sector are shoring up the U.S. economy.