Norbert Ore Grew Quotations

The manufacturing sector grew more rapidly in February than in January with production and new orders indicating an increase in growth.

The manufacturing sector grew for the 27th consecutive month in August based on the ISM data,

The manufacturing sector continued to contract in September, ... This is the fourth month of decline following 22 consecutive months of growth. While both Production and New Orders grew in September, the PMI was influenced negatively by declines in the Inventories and Employment Indexes.

The manufacturing sector continued to contract in October, ... This is the fifth month of decline following 22 consecutive months of growth. While production grew in October, the new orders index declined significantly and signals a continuing softness that could carry into the fourth quarter.