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Manufacturing's supply and demand problem

by Justin Ho
Mar 2, 2021
Demand for manufactured goods is booming, and the supply chain for raw materials is struggling to meet it.
Manufacturers have had a hard time procuring raw materials, like steel. Above, a worker trims newly cast steel.
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The market for customized goods is here, thanks to your data

by Kai Ryssdal and Liz Sanchez
Apr 25, 2019
Companies have created a new form of convenience with personalized products.
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As prices on consumer goods rise, what are you willing to pay?

by Marielle Segarra
Oct 31, 2018
Price hikes by big brands haven't yet shown up in inflation numbers, but some of you are noticing them.
Procter & Gamble is increasing the price of Pampers by about 4 percent.
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As prices on consumer goods rise, what are you willing to pay?

by Marielle Segarra
Oct 31, 2018
Price hikes by big brands haven't yet shown up in inflation numbers, but some of you are noticing them.
Procter & Gamble is increasing the price of Pampers by about 4 percent.
Photo by Tim Boyle/Getty Images
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Haven't read "Harry Potter and Porcelain Doll" yet?

by Linly Lin
Aug 28, 2015
Neither have we. Add it to a growing list of Chinese counterfeits.
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The United States of new shoes

by Stacey Vanek Smith
Jan 30, 2014
The U.S. economy showed some solid growth last quarter -- mostly because American consumers were spending more
Jennifer Lawrence, for example, got new shoes for the premiere of "Hunger Games: Catching Fire."
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U.S. shoppers think price, those in Asia look at the brand

by Denise Guerra
Jul 9, 2013
When it comes to what motivates shoppers, culture can change how people think of different consumer products.
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Why is it more expensive to be a woman?

by Tess Vigeland
Apr 13, 2012
Women's pay may be on the rise, but when it comes to things like health insurance, haircuts, dry cleaning, and deodorant -- women pay more than men. A university study looks into the potential factors behind the price difference.
Women's pay may be on the rise, but when it comes to things like health insurance, haircuts, dry cleaning, and deodorant -- women pay more than men. A university study looks into the potential factors behind the price difference.
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