Empire State Manufacturing Survey: Activity Picks Up in April

Published on April 15, 2026

Manufacturing activity grew moderately in New York State, according to the Empire State Manufacturing April survey. The diffusion index for General Business Conditions rose 11.2 points to 11.0, its highest level in five months.

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