US Manufacturing Accelerates in October; ISM Shows Rising Prices, Longer Lead Times

The ISM report indicates US manufacturing activity accelerated in October, with production increasing. However, factories faced high raw material prices and longer supplier delivery times, signaling potential inflationary pressures and supply chain strain. The data suggests robust demand but raises concerns about cost pass-through and future output constraints.

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