American businesses picked up the pace in July, but so did inflation as companies grappled with higher shipping costs, supplier delays and the fallout from the conflict in the Middle East.
US business activity hits eight-month high as costs climb
Rising costs, supply-chain disruptions fueled the strongest inflation pressures since 2022
By Dani Romero
CoStar News July 24, 2026 | 7:15 P.M.
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