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ASC is a North American trade association dedicated to representing the adhesive and sealant industry. ASC is bound by the collective efforts of its members, and strives to improve the industry operating environment and strengthen its member companies.
 



 

 
INDUSTRY NEWS

Latest Economic Indicators
1Q GDP (final): 1.0% SAAR; 2.5% Y/Y
Producer Prices: 1.8%; 9.2% Y/Y (6/08)
Consumer Prices: 1.1%; 5.0% Y/Y (6/08)
Housing Starts: 9.1%; 26.9% Y/Y (6/08)
Building Permits: 11.6%; 23.9% Y/Y (6/08)
Industrial Production: 0.5%; 0.3% Y/Y (6/08)
Consumer Spending: 0.8%; 5.4% Y/Y (6/08)
New Home Sales: 2.5% to 512,000; 40.3% Y/Y (5/08)
Light Vehicle Sales: to 13.6 million-unit pace (6/08)
Construction Spending: 0.4%; 6.0% Y/Y (5/08)

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