U.S. business activity accelerated to its strongest pace in more than five years in September as stronger customer demand helped fuel new orders and employment at manufacturers and service providers.
US business activity hits strongest level in more than five years
Demand surge fuels hiring boom across economy
By Dani Romero
CoStar News September 23, 2026 | 7:25 P.M.
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