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Manufacturing Sector Indicators: Data from the Kansas City Federal Reserve shows manufacturing activity stalled, with moderate declines in production, shipments, and order backlogs. Such indicators suggest possible contractions ahead.
Employment Trends: Slight reductions in employment and unchanged inventories signal cautiousness in the industrial sector.
All these signs point to looming challenges. The Federal Reserve's decision will hinge on this economic landscape, and policymakers are expected to proceed cautiously.