The Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) survey for September, 2023 ticked downward slightly last month, dipping to 48.5 after climbing to 50.0 in August, seasonally adjusted. The Forward Looking Indicator (FLI) also softened, dropping to 44.8 after reading 45.9 the previous month. Key Takeaway: The seasonally adjusted Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) modestly retreated in September to a sub-50 reading … Continue reading Fastener Distributor Index (FDI) | September 2023