Pricing data showed a split, with prices received from customers climbing to the highest point since June while prices paid for inputs eased. The monthly survey tracks regional industrial activity to provide an early signal of broader trends in US manufacturing.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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NY Fed Manufacturing Index Hits 25.5 to Beat 12 Forecast
US Markets6 days ago
Factories in the New York region expanded at a rate that tripled the 7.60 index reading from September. The NY Fed reported that the Empire State Manufacturing Index hit 25.5 in October, far exceeding the forecast of 12. This acceleration was driven by stronger new orders and shipments, while hiring activity remained consistent with the levels seen in the previous month.
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