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    Chicago Business Barometer Surprises with a 5.3 Point Gain

    Written by Sandy Williams


    The Chicago Business Barometer pulled out of contraction in July with a gain of 5.3 points to register 54.7, indicating an expansion in manufacturing activity.

    Production rose by 12 points to 61.8 accompanied by a strong gain in new orders. Both production and new orders expanded at the fastest pace since January.

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