The Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) survey for August, 2022.  The FDI rebounded to 52.6 last month, seasonally adjusted, returning to expansion territory after dipping to 46.1 the previous month. In contrast, the Forward Looking Indicator (FLI) sank to 47.4, reflecting growing uneasiness with expected market conditions, and ending the streak of 26 consecutive months of positive (+50.0) outlook. … Continue reading FASTENER DISTRIBUTOR INDEX (FDI) | AUGUST 2022