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Shipments to the Middle East fell 7.7% year-over-year during the month, while those to the U.S. and China rose 59.1% and 80.9%, respectively.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Shipments of durable goods rose by 0.5% in April, following a 0.8% increase in March.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Shipments of notebook computers were down 27% in April from the previous month, according to KeyBanc analysts on Monday.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Shipments for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa fell by 243 from a year ago to 1,458.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Shipments of pineapple arrived at odd times, and they were always cause for celebration for us kids.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm