Growth in U.S. core durable goods orders slowed sharply in June 2026, signaling a potential loss of momentum in business investment after a strong prior month. The indicator rose 0.6% month-over-month in June, down from a revised 1.8% increase in May 2026.
The core measure, which compares each month’s change to the previous month, suggests that while demand for longer-lasting, non-defense capital goods excluding aircraft is still expanding, the pace has moderated. The latest data, updated on 27 July 2026, indicate that the robust acceleration seen in May has not been sustained into early summer, a development that markets and policymakers may watch closely for clues on the trajectory of U.S. economic activity and corporate spending plans.
