Durable goods orders
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Economics
Retailers and shippers still in the dark despite shutdown deal
Despite the temporary end to the government shutdown announced late Friday, the U.S. Census Bureau failed today to release its report on manufacturers’ durable goods…
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Economics
Durable orders come up short in the latest troubling sign for manufacturing
Manufacturers’ new orders for durable goods posted a modest rebound in November, driven by a surge in aircraft orders. Orders excluding transportation fell for the…
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Economics
Durable goods orders continue to improve, led by aircraft orders
Factory orders for durable goods rose in August, driven by a large increase in commercial aircraft orders. Orders historically are a leading indicator of future…
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Economics
Factory orders maintain a solid pace, signaling healthy freight demand in the 2nd quarter
Manufacturing growth is likely to remain solid in the 2nd quarter, as orders for new production remained healthy through March. This should help keep freight…
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Core durable goods orders disappoint in a sign that freight demand will continue to normalize
Durable goods orders rose 2.6% in March, driven by a 2nd consecutive surge in commercial aircraft orders. Core orders remained essentially unchanged during the month…
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Economics
Freight demand loses some momentum as orders for durable goods fell in January
Durable goods orders fell in January, indicating that demand may be losing some steam after running hot over the past several months.
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Economics
Today’s Pickup: Spot rates show no sign of slowing
The spot market, which has been trending up for much of this year and is near record highs, is showing no signs of slowing down,…
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