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U.S. Manufacturing Expanded in January

Manufacturing activity expanded in January for the first time after 26 consecutive months of contraction, the Institute for Supply Management said. There were improvements in all five subindexes that make up the Purchasing Managers Index. Susan Spence, Chair of the Institute for Supply Management Manufacturing Business Survey Committee, explained: “Three

Bourbon Said Still Supporting Ky. Local, State Economies

As outside threats continue to jeopardize its future growth, Kentucky Bourbon remains a key and substantial contributor to the state’s economy, as a $10.6 billion signature industry supporting nearly 24,000 jobs, a new report shows. Yet its long-term fortunes remain a roller coaster of uncertainty and

Royal Navy Orders 2 Alc Free Days a Week on Ship

The UK's Royal Navy has issued new rules requiring two alcohol-free days per week on ships and limiting shipboard alcohol consumption to not more than three units of alcohol per day. Ships will also now sell zero and no alcohol drinks to encourage responsible drinking. The new

Spirits Stabilizing? Wine Still Faces Hurdles in December

December was a bit more merry for distilled spirits, Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America said, but wine got another lump of coal in its stocking. And as for a Happy New Year, here's how WSWA phrased it: "As we move into 2026, stability—not rapid recovery—

American Whiskey Partners to Mark America250

The American Whiskey Association announced a partnership with America250, the national, nonpartisan organization charged by Congress to lead the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. From the founding era to the frontier and beyond, American whiskey has been part of the country’s

Beer and Wine Growth Sparks Optimism

In the four weeks ending January 24, total alcohol sales grew 1.6% from year earlier levels to $7.8 billion, although case volume was down 0.1% from a year earlier, NIQ reports. Dollar sales accelerated to $1.9 billion in the week (w/e Jan. 24).from $1.