US Factory Orders Post Biggest Increase Since May 2025
New orders for U.S. factory goods increased 4.8% in April, driven by a surge in commercial aircraft demand and primary metals. While manufacturing is supported by an artificial intelligence boom, regional conflicts continue to disrupt commodity shipping and keep input prices elevated.
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United States factory orders rose 4.8% in April, marking the largest monthly gain since May 2025. The surge exceeded the 4.6% increase predicted by Reuters economists and follows an upwardly revised 1.8% advance in March. Orders increased 6.0% year-on-year in April.
