factory activity

April Factory Activity Weakest in 6 Months as Orders Fall

Manufacturing growth pulled back to its slowest pace in six months in April as new orders and employment cooled, the latest signal the economy has hit a soft spot.

Survey: US Manufacturing Shrinks for Third Month

U.S. factory activity shrank for the third straight month in August as new orders, production and employment all fell. The report adds to other signs that manufacturing is struggling around the globe.

Survey: US Manufacturing Shrinks for Third Month

U.S. factory activity shrank for the third straight month in August as new orders, production and employment all fell. The report adds to other signs that manufacturing is struggling around the globe.