The Purchasing Managers’ Index inched down to 60.8 in October from 61.1 in September, but still posted the 17th straight month of expansion since April 2020. … READ MORE >
Industrials
RSM US Manufacturing Outlook Index: Expansion hits headwinds
The RSM US Manufacturing Outlook Index was more than 1.2 standard deviations above normal in October, suggesting an expansionary production sector; only 18% of the months since 1968 have had higher results. … READ MORE >
This week in energy: COP26, Permian production, Canada Cabinet shuffle
In this week’s energy industry analysis, we take a look at priorities for the upcoming United Nations climate change conference, the recent production surge in the Permian Basin, and new Cabinet appointments in Canada. … READ MORE >
The LIBOR transition could affect manufacturing companies
Given the various departments, business units and locations that are part of global manufacturing companies’ structure, the direct and indirect exposures can be quite substantial. … READ MORE >
Chart of the day: Signs of strength in durable goods orders
Durable goods orders fell by 0.4% in September after a strong gain of 1.3% in August. But even with this decline, investment in the private sector as seen in core capital goods orders remained strong, suggesting continued robust growth. … READ MORE >
The Permian Basin leads U.S. shale production recovery
U.S. shale producers have exercised production restraint due to market uncertainty and investor pressure, but now a production surge in the Permian Basin is leading recovery in the country’s shale patch. … READ MORE >
Chart of the day: U.S. industrial production fell as Ida’s impact lingered
The impact of Hurricane Ida continued to be a drag on industrial production in September, accounting for a significant drop not only in mining but also in manufacturing output. … READ MORE >
This week in energy: Global shortage, Canada fossil fuels, Northam conference hot topics
In this week’s energy industry analysis, we take a look at the continuing global energy crunch, what the increased demand for fossil fuels means for Canada, and highlights from the Northam Energy Capital Assembly conference. … READ MORE >
Canada manufacturing sales hit new high amid rising energy demand
Middle market businesses in manufacturing not experiencing supply chain issues will benefit from high demand, while others will see industrial product price increases. … READ MORE >
China reacts to energy crunch with coal price reform
The global energy crunch continues and all eyes are on China—the world’s largest energy exporter—as the country grapples with ongoing shortages and their ripple effect across the nation’s economy and key commodities, especially metals crucial in the manufacturing sector. … READ MORE >