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I own a shed manufacturing company in the midwest. Our orders are up 200% since the start of the lockdown. If the economy is in free fall, we don't see it.
by Fjolsvith 6y ago
I own a shed manufacturing company in the midwest. Our orders are up 200% since the start of the lockdown.
If the economy is in free fall, we don't see it.
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- rowawey 6y agoAnecdotal. Demand on particular goods and services has shifted, but is overall net down. And whenever there is a threat of recession, large corporations scale back investment, jobs, purchases, and manufacturing.
- Fjolsvith 6y agoNot to mention that the booming housing market is making it difficult to get lumber, plywood and siding for my business.
- mft_ 6y agoMy hypothesis is that due to being isolated at home for so long, ‘home hobby’-type purchases (eg DIY supplies, art supplies, home exercise, gardening, etc.) will be significantly increased. This would correlate with your experience.