Norbert Ore Growth Quotations

New orders are growing and as a leading indicator, predicts growth in production rates in the coming months, ... Production is still strong while supplies and deliveries of commodities do not appear to be a problem.

The rate of growth of new orders and production is strong while prices were up for a number of commodities, with eleven industries reporting that they are paying higher prices.

The overall picture in August as indicated by growth in production, new orders, and backlog of orders is one of continued growth in manufacturing activity,

The overall picture in September is one of negligible decline in manufacturing activity. Production registered significant growth, with nine industries reporting greater output. Deliveries of commodities were somewhat slower. However, commodities appear to be in ample supply as once again the short supply list is vacant.

In December, we saw a decline in the rate of growth of both new orders and production, but both indexes are at levels that support economic growth.

This is the sixth month of decline following 22 consecutive months of growth, ... The overall picture in November is one of faster decline in manufacturing activity.