Earlier: Chicago PMI Declines in February, Still Solid

From the Chicago PMI: February Chicago Business Barometer Declines to 61.9 The MNI Chicago Business Barometer fell 3.8 points to 61.9 in February , down from 65.7 in January, to the lowest level since August 2017. Business activity continued to expand in February, although at a softer pace than in January. All five of the Barometer components receded on the month, but despite a second straight monthly fall, the Barometer was still up 8% on last February and above the 2017 average of 60.8 . ... "Disruptive weather conditions this month and large promotions at the back-end of last year appear......(read more)

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