Capacity utilization in manufacturing measures the percentage of available production capacity that is actually being used over a given period. It indicates how efficiently manufacturers are using their resources and is a key gauge of economic activity, potential inflationary pressures, and slack in the industrial sector. A higher rate suggests strong demand and efficient use of resources, while a lower rate may indicate underutilization or weak demand.
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Actual |
Previous |
Highest |
Lowest |
Dates |
Unit |
Frequency |
|
|
77.40 |
77.70 |
90.00 |
69.70 |
1980 - 2026 |
percent |
Quarterly |
Seasonally Adjusted
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