Steven Kline, Jr.

Steven Kline, Jr. Chief Data Officer

November Index at 48.5

Finishing industry experiences first contraction since December 2013

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October Index at 53.0 – Fastest Growth Since June

Capacity utilization and capital investment should increase in 2015.

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By The Numbers: September Index at 49.7

Finishing industry sees its first contraction since 2013.

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By The Numbers: August Index at 51.7 – Eight Straight Months of Growth

That was the second fastest rate of month-over-month growth since November 2013. Annually, the finishing industry has grown at an accelerating rate each of the previous six months.

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management

By The Numbers: Finishing Business Index at 52.0

Seven months of growth, though expansion is slowing.

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economics

By The Numbers: June Finishing Index at 55.1

With a reading of 55.1, the Gardner Business Index showed that the finishing industry grew for the sixth consecutive month.

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By The Numbers: Industry Growth Remains Strong

Finishing industry accelerates for fifth consecutive month.

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management

By The Numbers: April Finishing Business Index at 53.4

Reading reflects the fourth consecutive month of growth.

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management

April Finishing Business Index at 53.4

Reading reflects the fourth consecutive month of growth.

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management

By The Numbers: March Finishing Business Index at 55

Numbers reflect the fastest growth since May 2012.

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management

March Finishing Business Index at 55

Numbers reflect the fastest growth since May 2012.

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On My Mind: Achieving Greatness

Even if you're not an avid golfer, I'm sure you have heard something about Tiger Woods' record setting week at the U.S.

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