U.S. Durable Goods Orders Spike Much More Than Expected In April

New orders for U.S. manufactured durable goods surged in April by more than expected, indicating stronger-than-forecast factory demand. The report is a positive read-through for U.S. industrial activity and broader economic growth, though the article provides no exact percentage or dollar figures.

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New orders for U.S. manufactured durable goods surged in April by more than expected, indicating stronger-than-forecast factory demand. The report is a positive read-through for U.S. industrial activity and broader economic growth, though the article provides no exact percentage or dollar figures.