Regional Manufacturing Sees Growth in April, but Inflation Remains Elevated =============== #66448979 ver:0.08 Regional manufacturing sees growth in April, but job losses continue and inflation remains elevated. The Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index rose to 52.5, the highest since September 2023, but employment index fell to 40.0. Wage gains were only 3.5% despite labor shortages. Economic optimism sank to its lowest level since January 2024. Inventory index climbed, but export numbers worsened. Overall, the region shows signs of growth but faces challenges. #Manufacturing #Economy #Inflation... #newstr #RegionalManufacturing #Growth #Inflation #SupplyManagers #Employment #WageGain #PriceGauge #EconomicOptimism #Inventory #Exports https://here.news/story/66448979?ver=0.08