durable goods

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Orders for durable goods grew at a strong pace in April, a second consecutive monthly increase, the Commerce Department said Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Spending on durable goods was revised up to a 0.4% increase from a small decline as originally reported.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Then, it’s a cutback on durable goods, such as big appliances like dishwashers or washers and dryers for laundry, he said.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

These are primarily durable goods, or the clothing, furniture and sporting equipment that fills our closets and garages.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

The most serious deficiencies will persist in the fields of residential housing, building materials, and consumers' durable goods.

From State of the Union Address by Truman, Harry S.