ISM Manufacturing Chair on The Latest Numbers

The video discusses the current state of demand and production, highlighting high demand and backlog levels, with production facing challenges. Supply chain bottlenecks are causing constraints, impacting the manufacturing sector's ability to meet demand. Labor market issues persist, with hiring difficulties and unemployment concerns. Future predictions suggest continued high demand and production challenges. Stagflation risks are noted, with economic pressures in Europe and the UK. Port congestion is affecting global trade, with issues expected to persist into the next year.

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