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The article discusses a forecast of the consumer demand in the U.S. in 2013. It says that increase in the demand of consumers for nondurable goods will increase while new orders for consumer-nondurable-goods grow at an annual rate of 12.1%. It adds that readers of the periodical "Industry Week" will be attaining benefits from the healthy consumer demand in the country through 2013.

The author focuses on the use of an index for cardboard boxes by investors to estimate the consumption of non-durable goods based on number of corrugated packages produced, which may be applied to determine the health of an economy. She discusses the link of the volume of cardboard production and productivity of manufacturers to recovery from an economic recession.

The article reports on the factors that lead to the continuing decline of the department stores in the mattress category in High Point, North Carolina. Factors include overpriced products, commitment to soft goods or ready to wear categories and less promotion activity. Moreover, the bedding distribution report of the journal "Furniture/Today" shows that the department store channel held a 5% market share in 2008 which implies a significant decrease compared to 2004.

The article discusses developments in the chemical industry. Industrial production increased by 0.6% in August 2009. Capacity utilization in chemicals and in the overall manufacturing sector has been increase due to gains in output. Rising energy prices led to an increase in nondurables. A 0.8% decline was posted for new orders for manufactured products. Meanwhile, unemployment rate increased to 9.8% and payroll losses were higher in September 2009.

The article reports on the performance of chemical manufacturers in May 2009. During the month, shipments of manufactured products dropped by 0.9%. Sales of durable goods declined by 2.5%, while nondurables increased 0.7%. Production also dropped 1% for the month, with output of durable goods down by 1.8% and nondurables off 0.2%. In 2008, operating earnings fell by 24.2% and declined another 7.1% in the first quarter of 2009.

The article reports on the 0.9% decline in the new factory orders for manufactured goods in the U.S. in March 2009. The said decrease was larger compared to the 0.6% decrease projected by Thomson Reuters. The level of all new manufacturing orders slipped 0.9% to $307.4% billion in March, following a 0.5% increase in February. Demand for durable goods slid 0.8% to $160.5 billion in March, while demand for non-durable goods were off 1.0% to $184.8 billion in April.

The article focuses on textile, garment and soft goods restoration. When fire, water or mold losses occur, as much as 40% of the affected contents are textiles and soft goods. Textiles include clothing of all types as well as bedding, tablecloths, towels and window treatments while shoes, belts and purses are known as soft goods. Many companies remove smoke and other odors with ozonated air but textiles requires 24 to 72 hours or more of treatment to effectively remove odors.

The article reports on the decline in the leading indicator for the chemical industry by 1.9% in April 2008, following a rise in March, as the overall industrial sector declined. It notes that nondurables decreased by 0.1% despite growth of 0.9% in the chemical sector and an 8.1% advance in output of petroleum products. Analysts say that the consumer price index has slowed slightly in the first quarter of 2008, although it is substantially higher than it has been during the past seven years.

A perfect storm of changing diets, droughts, supply bottlenecks and the growth of cash crops for biofuels has created a global food crisis. A knee-jerk response from certain governments has been the introduction of export bans and increasingly protectionist rhetoric. Oliver O'Connell looks at the implications this has for the soft commodity financing market. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports a 1.2 percent decline in shipments of chemical products in February 2008, following a 0.2 percent advance in January. Shipments of manufactured products fell 1.1 percent in February, the second decline in the last three months. Sales of durables were down 2.7 percent, and nondurables dropped 1.5 percent. Orders for durable goods were down in February for the second consecutive month.

The article reports that growth in the U.S. manufacturing sector slowed significantly in 2007 compared to reasonably strong growth over the last three years, according to analysts. On a year-to-date basis, manufacturing output has advanced 2.1% so far, and is currently 0.7% below the peak reached in July. Chemical production has gained 1.4% since last year, about the same as the average for nondurables, but well-below total manufacturing results.

The article reports on the data released by U.S. Commerce Department, which reveals that factory orders rose 0.3% in April 2007. The total excluding transportation increase 0.7% in the same time period. The increased were below the expectations of the analysts. Meanwhile, in April 2007, nondurable goods orders declined 0.2%.

The article reports on the economic indicators in the U.S. for the first quarter of fiscal 2007. The real final sales remain at 1.6 percent, which indicates a slow pace in the country's economy since October to December 2005. The country's personal consumption expenditures(PCE) increase up to 4.4 percent from January to March 2007 in nondurables spending to 3.5 percent. The federal government spending is weak at negative 3.9 percent.

The article reports that fabric company Eleksen has been included in Microsoft Corp.'s Windows SideShow. Windows SideShow is a computer auxiliary display product for use in soft-goods such as bags, backpacks and clothing. Recently, Eleksen has also signed an agreement with Apple Computer Inc. to become a member of the Made-for-iPod program.

The article reports that the U.S. economy grew at an annualized rate of 1.6% in the 2006 third quarter, its slowest pace in more than three years. Over the past six months, the economy has expanded at a rate of 2%, and growth over the past 12 months has been relatively sluggish at 2.9%. Shipments of manufactured products fell 3.5% in September 2006, with durables off 2.5% and nondurables down 4.6%. Sales of durables have declined in two of the past three months.

The article reports that in August 2006 new factory orders for manufactured goods has decreased to less than 0.1% as inventories of durable goods continued rising. The decline totaled to $403.6 billion which is a $30 million drop, was less than the 0.2% decline forecast by Insurance and Financial Review Markets and came after an upwardly revised 1.0% decreased in July 2006.

The article reports on a decline in the leading indicator for the chemical industry in September 2006. In nondurables, declines were widespread. The supply of new homes on the market, measured in terms of sales rates, is currently at the highest level of the decade. New orders for manufactured products fell.

Presents information on a two-day program which will discuss the role of short-cycle manufacturing in today's environment, sponsored by [TC]2 on July 17-18, 2006. Benefits of lean manufacturing systems; Contribution of [TC]2 in the soft goods industry.

The article focuses on the upgrade of soft goods in hotels. Soft goods include pillows, mattresses, comforters, and beds. It plays a key role in making hotel guests comfortable in their stays. One of the hotels that upgraded their soft goods is Eden Prairie in Minnesota. CSM Lodging is one of the companies that upgrade the soft goods of hotels.

The article reports that sales of merchant wholesalers increased in the United States as of January 2006. According to data released by the United States Department of Commerce, sales of merchant wholesalers rose to $318.6 billion as sales of durable goods rose 1.4 percent and sales of nondurable goods posted a gain of 0.6 percent.

The article reports on the increase in the sales of merchant wholesalers by one percent in December 2005, as durable goods increased 1.3 percent and sales of nondurable goods rose 0.7 percent in the United States. Inventories of merchant wholesalers increased by 1.0 percent to almost $362.5 billion. IFR BondData Americas' poll of economists forecasted that wholesale inventories will rise by 0.4 percent and sales will increase by 0.6 percent.

This article updates on the chemical industry as of January 2006. Shipments of manufactured goods rose a sluggish 0.2 percent in November 2005, after gaining 0.7 percent in the previous month. Sales of durable goods were unchanged, while revenues of nondurable goods producers rose 0.4 percent. The Consumer Price Index for November fell 0.6 percent, as a consequence of an 8 percent decline in energy prices, while the core rate rose at an annualized rate of 0.2 percent. Chemical inventories fell, however, leading to a steep drop in the inventory-sales ratio.

The article reports that the sales of merchant wholesalers decreased in the U.S. in November 2005. Sales of durable goods declined 0.5%, while nondurable goods sale decreased 1.0%. Meanwhile, inventories of merchant wholesalers increased by 0.4%. Petroleum sales decreased 7.0% in November, the largest decrease since April 2003.

The article reports on the data released by the U.S. Commerce Department, which states that sales of merchant wholesalers rose 1.2 percent in October 2005. The increase in sales has outdone the expectations from analysts who had expected a decline. A record sales of $314.9 billion of wholesalers has been observed. The record sales was resulted due to rise in the sale of non-durable and durable goods.

The article reports on the increase in inventories of merchant wholesalers in March, climbing 0.4% to $346.7 billion, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce data. Meanwhile, sales of merchant wholesalers inched up 0.2% to $291.5 billion in March, following February's 0.5% decline, originally reported as a 0.4% drop. IFR BondData Americas' poll of economists had forecast that wholesale inventories would increase by 0.8% and that sales would increase by 1.0%. Inventories of durable goods were up 0.1% in March, following a revised 0.5% gain the previous month, initially reported as a 0.6% rise. Inventories of non-durable goods rose 1.0% after a revised 0.8% increase in February, originally reported as a 0.5% rise.

Features the Fabtex, a firm that offers soft goods on the hotel industry in the U.S. Mission statement; Company background; Customer service.

Offers some helpful hints in improving business efficiency. Importance of a good store design in improving a business; Influence of a change in soft goods in altering customers' perceptions; Advice in changing the look of the shop.

Reports on [TC]2's schedule to host an open house and reception in Cary, North Carolina celebrating its 25 years of service to the sewn products industry. Event sponsors; Description of [TC]2 as a provider of solutions for the soft goods industry specializing in technology development and supply-chain improvement.

The article presents information about the expansion of Bellagio in Las Vagas. Beliagio's Spa Tower opened up in December as part of a $37.5 million expansion project, the resort brought its total room count up to 3,933. Using clean lines, luxurious soft goods, dark woods and a vibrant palette of colors, all of the rooms create a warm, rich environment that is subtle and comfortable. The salon and spa have been overhauled and expanded. Just around the corner, guests can indulge themselves in the rich desserts served up at Jean-Phillippe Maury's European-style pastry shop. INSET: Travel Agent Intel Bellagio Spa Tower.

The article reports that disposable products and systems have come a long way since they first entered the small-lab market in the 1970s. Today they are available for practically every aspect of biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Disposable products are available in a range of sizes for use at every stage from drug discovery to production. Single-use products using the same construction materials minimize re-validation requirements as a new process is scaled up. A growing trend in biopharmaceutical manufacturing is the use of single-use systems as bundled solutions such as disposable bags, capsule filters, tubing, clamps, adaptors, and connection devices.

Reports on the rise in inventories of merchant wholesalers in January according to the Commerce Department. Wholesale sales; Predicted wholesale inventories; Inventories of durable goods and non-durable goods; Non-durable good sales.

Discusses the issue of competition that helps hold down food price inflation. Competition to the consumer food retailers from the restaurants and other food away-from-home market options; Use of strategies like price reduction and product differentiation by the conventional supermarkets due to the competition; Expectation of an increase in all-food Consumer Price Index in 2004 in the US.

Presents the index of spending on nondurable consumer goods in the U.S. during the year 2002. Analysis of spending levels for three quarters of the year; Expected rate of increase in the consumer nondurable purchases over the last three months of 2003; Composite price index for books of all types for 2002.

Reports the growth in the consumer spending on nondurable goods in the U.S. Disposable income of consumer on printed materials; Increase in the consumer spending for services; Decline of average prices of other expenses such as gasoline and fuel oil.

Presents the gross domestic product report of the U.S. in 2001. Impact of inflation on the economy; Rate of increase in consumer spending on nondurable goods; Trend on consumer spending; Reason for the downturn in capital spending.

Presents a consumer price index for nondurable goods in the United States. Actual value of nondurable goods; Change on the annual rate of books; Indications of nondurable consumer spending.

Presents the signs pertaining to economic rebound in the United States by 2002. Elimination of future terrorism; Impact of lower oil prices on tax cut; Growth in the export demand for nondurable consumer goods.

Reports the weak growth of shipments of consumer nondurable products in 2001 in the United States. Rate of growth; Speculations on the shipment growth by 2002; Factors for the shipment growth.

Presents data showing the condition of the printing industry in the United States. Increase in the dollar value of the shipment of goods by the manufacturers; Comparison on the value of the shipment on consumers nondurable goods; Summary on the gains and loses of the industry.

Presents a chart depicting estimated dollar value on shipment of nondurable goods and package goods in United States. Percentage of shipments values in May and June; Increase of bakery food groups prices; Decrease of diffusion index paper for fifth quarter.

Focuses on the stock price index of the printing industry in the United States. Decrease in consumer spending of nondurable goods between the years 1999 and 2000; Forecast of an increase in nondurable spending for the year 2001; Impact of demand weakening of nondurable goods on inflationary pressures.

Reports developments related to the printing industry in the United States as of August 2001. Decline in the printing productions; Acceleration in the producer price inflation; Increase in the consumer spending on nondurable goods.

Reports the consumer spending of nondurable goods in United States as of 2000. Percentage of annualized spending rate increase; Comparison of gains between 1999 and 2000; Implications of retails sales for nondurable spending.

Reports that consumer spending on nondurable goods in the United States slowed down during the end of 2000. Printing activity indicators; Comparison with spending for durable goods; Prediction that gains in 2001 will be lower than that in 1999 and 2000.

Informs on the decline in factory orders for manufactured goods in January 2001 in the United States. Inventories; Durable goods orders; Non-durable goods; Data from the Department of Commerce.

Presents graphs depicting the 2000 economic performance of manufacturers in the United States. Statistics on the shipment of consumer nondurable goods; Comparison on the 1999 and 2000 percentage change of consumer packaged goods price index; Changes in the paper transaction prices.

Presents the economic outlook for consumer nondurable goods and consumer packaged goods in the United States. Volume of nondurable goods shipments from 1999 to 2000; Prices of packaged goods; Food products; Meat products; Beverages; Dairy products; Toiletries and drugs; Consumer staples.

Presents data on the shipments of consumer nondurable and packaged goods. Rise in manufacturers' nondurable shipments; Increase in the exclusive packaged goods price index; Plastics transaction prices.