U.S. factory orders miss expectations in May
New orders for U.S.-made goods increased less than expected in May as a surge in civilian aircraft orders was partially offset by sluggishness elsewhere amid higher interest rates that are eroding demand.
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New orders for U.S.-made goods increased less than expected in May as a surge in civilian aircraft orders was partially offset by sluggishness elsewhere amid higher interest rates that are eroding demand.
New orders for key U.S.-manufactured capital goods fell more than expected in March and shipments declined, suggesting that business spending on equipment likely remained a drag on economic growth in the first quarter.
New orders for U.S.-made goods increased more than expected in October and businesses spending on equipment appeared to rebound after declining in the third quarter.
New orders for U.S.-made capital goods increased solidly in October, suggesting a rebound in business spending on equipment early in the fourth quarter.
New orders for U.S.-made goods accelerated in August, pointing to sustained strength in manufacturing even as economic growth appeared to have slowed in the third quarter because of shortages of raw materials and labor.