producer goods

Falling import prices also pointed to an easing of snarled global supply chains, which was reflected in weak readings in underlying consumer and producer goods prices in October.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a general strike would have been an event of capital disaccumulation, when capital was held in the form of raw materials and producer goods.

Imports of producer goods such as materials and components used in manufacturing rose 7.4% from November 2016.

It has gobbled up American producer goods, so prospects for broader American exports are good.

Demand also includes demand for producer goods.