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Durable Goods Orders Decline 1.4% Amid Economic Concerns

4/7/2026

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Durable goods orders fell 1.4% to $315.5 billion in February, following a 0.5% January slide, per the US Census Bureau.
Transportation equipment dropped 5.4%, driving the overall decline.
Orders for motor vehicles rose 3.1%.
Economists warn the Middle East conflict could disrupt shipments and investment.
Non-defense capital goods orders rose 0.6%, though higher energy prices and supply-chain issues may soften demand.

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Story summary

Durable goods orders fell 1.4% to $315.5 billion in February, following a 0.5% January slide, per the US Census Bureau.
Transportation equipment dropped 5.4%, driving the overall decline.
Orders for motor vehicles rose 3.1%.
Economists warn the Middle East conflict could disrupt shipments and investment.
Non-defense capital goods orders rose 0.6%, though higher energy prices and supply-chain issues may soften demand.