New orders for manufactured durable goods increased $2.7 billion or 0.9% in February to $289.3 billion, the U.S. Census Bureau said in its most recent advance report. The increase followed a 3.3% January increase. Excluding transportation, new orders increased 0.7%. Excluding defense, new orders increased 0.8%. Transportation equipment led the increase, $1.4 billion or 1.5% to $98.3 billion.
ABA survey: Bank apps continue to be most popular option among customers
The national survey found that consumers continue to embrace digital banking channels, with baby boomers increasingly turning to apps to manage their accounts.











