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ISM Manufacturing Index Reaches Highest Since 2021
The Institute for Supply Management's manufacturing index rose to 59 in October, marking its highest reading since November 2021. This coincides with a fall in the prices index to 75.2 from 77.9, indicating less widespread price increases. The combination of stronger factory activity and persistent cost pressures could complicate expectations for lower U.S. interest rates, despite firmer economic activity.