Manufacturing Sector Shows Unexpected Strength in August

The Institute for Supply Management said in a report released Wednesday that its index of national factory activity rose to 56.3 last month from 55.5 in July. Readings of more than 50 indicate economic expansion. August represents the 13th consecutive month of growth in U.S. manufacturing.

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