WASHINGTON—U.S. officials are in discussions with major manufacturers, including automakers, about expanding domestic production of military equipment, as concerns grow over defense supply levels, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal.
WASHINGTON-—U.S. factory activity rose to the highest level in 13 years last month as hurricanes disrupted supplies but drove up demand for manufactured goods. The Institute for Supply Management said its September manufacturing index rose to 60.8 from 58.8 in August, the highest reading since May 2004.
