US Dallas Fed Manufacturing Index Inches Up in February

EthereumCraftsman · 2026-02-23T15:45:25+00:00

The Dallas Fed's manufacturing index for Texas improved slightly in February 2026, signaling stable conditions. Employment and wage growth surged, while pricing pressures were mixed. Manufacturers remain optimistic about future production despite some uncertainty.

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2026-02-23 15:45:25

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The Dallas Fed’s general business activity index for Texas manufacturing rose to 0.2 in February 2026 from -1.2 in the prior month, signaling near-stable conditions. Company outlook held steady at 3.1, while uncertainty rose to 6.5 but stayed below average. Employment growth continued, with the index unchanged at 7.5, workweeks lengthened as hours worked jumped to 6.1 from 0.7. Pricing pressures were mixed: finished goods prices held at 17.9, while raw materials costs eased to 31.7 from 36.7. Wage growth surged, the wages and benefits index climbed to 31.9 from 17.4. Looking ahead, manufacturers are optimistic: future production rose five points to 34.3, and future business activity dipped to 12.7.

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