U.S. Business Activity Holds Steady Amid Tariff Concerns
Published on: Jan. 24, 2026, 12:06 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
In January, U.S. business activity remained stable, with improved new orders counterbalanced by a sluggish labor market and tariff-induced cost concerns. S&P Global's Composite PMI showed slight expansion, but labor and pricing pressures persist. The economy grew robustly, powered by consumer and business spending on technology.
