durable goods

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Shipments of durable goods rose by 0.5% in April, following a 0.8% increase in March.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Typically, spending on expensive durable goods — new cars, appliances, laptops and the like — declines when households feel financial stress.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

The same day, the Census Bureau will release the durable goods report as well as new-home sales data.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

For example: April spending on durable goods by high-income households was higher year over year, but negative for low- and middle-income households, according to Bank of America data.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

When replacement or repair of these more durable goods becomes necessary, there often is no fund available for the purpose.

From The Good Housekeeping Marriage Book by Bigelow, William F. (William Frederick)