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Manufacturing Expected to Expand in 2026; Revenue to Increase 8.4%; Capital Expenditures to Increase 4.9%; Capacity Utilization at 86.9%; Services Expected to Expand in 2026; Revenue to Increase 8.6%; Capital Expenditures to Increase 6.4%; Capacity Utilization at 91.3%

TEMPE, Ariz., June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The U.S. economy is expected to continue to expand over the rest of 2026, say the nation’s purchasing and supply executives in the Spring 2026 ISM Supply Chain Planning Forecast (formerly known as the Spring ISM Semiannual Economic Forecast). Expectations for the remainder of 2026 are higher than those expressed in December 2025. The U.S. economy continues to successfully battle the headwinds posed by trade issues, continued inflation concerns, and geopolitical uncertainty.

These projections are part of the forecast issued by Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) Business Survey panelists. The forecast was presented today by Susan Spence, MBA, Chair of the ISM Manufacturing Business Survey Committee, and Steve Miller, CPSM, CSCP, Chair of the ISM Services Business Survey Committee.

Manufacturing Summary
Revenue for 2026 is expected to increase, on average, by 8.4 percent. This is 4 percentage points higher than the December 2025 forecast of 4.4 percent, and 5.9 percentage points higher than the 2.5 percentage point year-over-year increase reported for 2025. Eighty-two percent of respondents say that revenues for 2026 will increase, on average, 12.7 percent compared to 2025. Seventeen percent say revenues will decrease (12 percent, on average), and zero percent indicate no change. With an operating rate of 86.9 percent, a projected 4.9 percent increase in capital expenditures, a 14.1-percent increase in prices paid for raw materials and a marginal (1.4 percent) increase in employment expected by the end of 2026, the manufacturing sector will continue to grow through 2026. “With 14 manufacturing industries expecting revenue growth and seven industries expecting employment growth in 2026, panelists forecast a healthy rest of the year. Sentiment in each industry was generally consistent with performance reports in the May 2026 Manufacturing ISM® PMI® Reports, as well as the fall ISM Supply Chain Planning Forecast released in December,” says Spence.

The 14 of 18 industries that report projected revenue increases for the rest of 2026, listed in order, are: Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Paper Products; Primary Metals; Fabricated Metal Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Plastics & Rubber Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Transportation Equipment; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; Computer & Electronic Products; Furniture & Related Products; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Machinery; and Chemical Products.

Services Summary
Respondents expect 8.6 percent growth in revenues in 2026, 4 percentage points higher than the 4.6-percent increase forecast in December 2025. Eighty-one percent of respondents say that revenues for 2026 will increase, on average, 12.9 percent compared to 2025. Meanwhile, 15 percent expect their revenues to decrease (11.3 percent, on average), and 4 percent indicate no change. “The services sector will continue to lead the economy in 2026. Services companies are currently operating at 91.3 percent of normal capacity. Supply managers indicate that prices are expected to increase 8.9 percent over the year, reflecting increasing inflation. Employment is projected to grow only slightly (0.9 percentage point). Sixteen industries forecast increased revenues, the same as predicted in in December 2025,” says Miller.

The 16 services industries projecting revenue increases in 2026, listed in order, are: Mining; Retail Trade; Finance & Insurance; Wholesale Trade; Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Other Services; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Public Administration; Information; Utilities; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Health Care & Social Assistance; Management of Companies & Support Services; Accommodation & Food Services; Educational Services; and Transportation & Warehousing.

OPERATING RATE

Manufacturing
Purchasing and supply executives report that their companies are operating, on average, at 86.9 percent of normal capacity, 4.5 percentage points higher than the figure reported in December 2025. The six industries reporting operating capacity levels above the average rate of 86.9 percent — listed in order — are: Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Paper Products; Primary Metals; Transportation Equipment; Computer & Electronic Products; and Fabricated Metal Products.

Services
Organizations are operating, on average, at 91.3 percent of normal capacity, according to Business Survey panelists. This is 1.1 percentage points higher compared to December 2025. The eight industries operating at capacity levels above the average rate of 91.3 percent — listed in order — are: Mining; Retail Trade; Educational Services; Utilities; Finance & Insurance; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Health Care & Social Assistance; and Transportation & Warehousing.

Operating Rate

Manufacturing

Services

May
2025

Dec
2025

Jun*
2026

May

2025

Dec

2025

Jun

2026

90%+

37 %

39 %

44 %

49 %

67 %

51 %

50%-89%

55 %

60 %

53 %

48 %

32 %

44 %

Below 50%

8 %

1 %

3 %

3 %

1 %

5 %

Overall Average

79.2 %

82.4 %

86.9 %

86.5 %

90.2 %

91.3 %

*All June data reflects a reissued survey following a technical data-capture issue identified during final quality checks in May.

PRODUCTION CAPACITY

Manufacturing
Production capacity is expected to increase 9.7 percent in 2026. In December, panelists reported an increase of 2.8 percentage points for 2025 and projected an increase of 5.2 percent this year. Seventy-six percent of respondents expect capacity increases in 2026. Sixteen percent expect decreases, on average, of 13.6 percent; and 8 percent expect no change. The 14 industries expecting increased production capacity in 2026 — listed in order — are: Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Wood Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Computer & Electronic Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Transportation Equipment; Fabricated Metal Products; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Plastics & Rubber Products; Primary Metals; Chemical Products; Machinery; Furniture & Related Products; and Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products.

Manufacturing Production Capacity

For 2025

For 2026

For 2026

Reported
Dec 2025

Magnitude
of Change

Predicted

Dec 2025

Magnitude
of Change

Predicted
Jun 2026

Magnitude
of Change

Higher

33 %

+12.7 %

46 %

+12.6 %

76 %

+15.8 %

Same

52 %

NA

48 %

NA

8 %

NA

Lower

15 %

-8.8 %

6 %

-11.5 %

16 %

-13.6 %

Net Average

+2.8 %

+5.2 %

+9.7 %

Services
The capacity to produce products or provide services in the services sector is expected to increase 7.1 percent in 2026. This compares to an increase of 3 percent reported for 2025 and a December projection of a 2.1-percent increase for this year. Seventy-nine percent of services respondents expect their capacity for 2026 to increase, on average, 13.6 percent, and 14 percent foresee capacity decreasing, on average, 25.3 percent. Seven percent expect no change in capacity. The 15 industries expecting production capacity increases for 2026 — listed in order — are: Mining; Retail Trade; Construction; Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Management of Companies & Support Services; Accommodation & Food Services; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Wholesale Trade; Transportation & Warehousing; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Information; Educational Services; Health Care & Social Assistance; Utilities; and Public Administration.

Services Production or Provision Capacity

For 2025

For 2026

For 2026

Reported

Dec 2025

Magnitude
of Change

Predicted

Dec 2025

Magnitude
of Change

Predicted
Jun 2026

Magnitude
of Change

Higher

28 %

+11.6 %

21 %

+11.1 %

79 %

+13.6 %

Same

68 %

NA

73 %

NA

7 %

NA

Lower

4 %

-8.6 %

6 %

-4.9 %

14 %

-25.3 %

Net Average

+3.0 %

+2.1 %

+7.1 %

PREDICTED CAPITAL EXPENDITURES — 2026 vs. 2025

Manufacturing
Survey respondents expect a 4.9 percent increase in capital expenditures in 2026, 1.9 percentage points higher than the 3 percent increase forecast by the panel in December. Sixty percent of respondents predict increased capital expenditures in 2026, 34 percent said their capital spending will decrease (on average, 23.7 percent), and 6 percent expect no change. The 10 industries expecting an increase in capital expenditures for 2026 — listed in order — are: Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Primary Metals; Printing & Related Support Activities; Computer & Electronic Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Transportation Equipment; Fabricated Metal Products; Machinery; and Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products.

Services
This year, services purchasing and supply executives expect capital expenditures to increase 6.4 percent compared to 2025. The 70 percent of respondents expecting to spend more predict an average increase of 14.4 percent, 23 percent anticipate an average decrease of 15.5 percent, and 7 percent expect no change in capital expenditures in 2026. The 15 industries expecting an increase in capital expenditures, in order, are: Mining; Retail Trade; Construction; Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Other Services; Public Administration; Information; Health Care & Social Assistance; Wholesale Trade; Utilities; Educational Services; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Finance & Insurance; and Transportation & Warehousing.

Predicted Capital Expenditures 2026 vs. 2025

Manufacturing

Services

Predicted

Dec 2025

Predicted
Jun 2026

Magnitude
of Change

Predicted

Dec 2025

Predicted
Jun 2026

Magnitude
of Change

Higher

32 %

60 %

+21.1 %

37 %

70 %

+14.4 %

Same

46 %

6 %

NA

51 %

7 %

NA

Lower

22 %

34 %

-23.7 %

12 %

23 %

-15.5 %

Net Average

+3.0 %

+4.9 %

+2.5 %

+6.4 %

PRICES — Changes Between End of 2025 and June 2026

Manufacturing
In the December forecast, respondents predicted an increase of 5.4 percent in prices paid during the first four months of 2026; they now report price increases by 11.9 percent. Ninety-four percent of respondents reported that their prices are higher now than at the end of 2025 with an average increase of 13.3 percent for the early months of 2026. Five percent of respondents reported lower prices (by 13.7 percent, on average). The remaining 1 percent indicated no change for the period. Seventeen manufacturing industries reported an increase in prices paid for the first part of 2026, in the following order: Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Paper Products; Primary Metals; Transportation Equipment; Computer & Electronic Products; Fabricated Metal Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Wood Products; Plastics & Rubber Products; Furniture & Related Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Apparel, Leather & Allied Products; Petroleum & Coal Products; Machinery; Chemical Products; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Miscellaneous Manufacturing.

Services
Services respondents report that purchases during the first five months of this year cost an average of 7.7 percent more than at the end of 2025. This is more than double the percentage increase predicted in December (3.8 percent). Ninety-four percent of services respondents report that prices increased, on average, 9.8 percent; 5 percent report price decreases of, on average, 26.1 percent; and 1 percent indicate no change. All 18 industries reported an increase in prices paid in the first part of 2026, listed in order: Mining; Educational Services; Finance & Insurance; Transportation & Warehousing; Construction; Public Administration; Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Management of Companies & Support Services; Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Other Services; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Health Care & Social Assistance; Utilities; Wholesale Trade; Information; Retail Trade; and Accommodation & Food Services.

Prices — Changes Between End of 2025 and June 2026

Manufacturing

Services

Predicted

Dec 2025

Reported
Jun 2026

Magnitude
of Change

Predicted

Dec 2025

Reported
Jun 2026

Magnitude
of Change

Higher

69 %

94 %

+13.3 %

64 %

94 %

+9.8 %

Same

23 %

1 %

NA

34 %

1 %

NA

Lower

8 %

5 %

-13.7 %

2 %

5 %

-26.1 %

Net Average

+5.4 %

+11.9 %

+3.8 %

+7.7 %

PRICES — Predicted Changes Between End of 2025 and End of 2026

Manufacturing
Survey respondents expect a year-over-year, net-average prices increase of 14.1 percent for 2026. With respondents reporting price increases of 11.9 percent, prices are projected to continue to increase for the rest of the year. Ninety-seven percent of respondents project prices to increase, on average, 14.6 percent for the full year, 2 percent anticipate a decrease (4.7 percent, on average), and 1 percent expect no change. The 17 industries expecting price increases for all of 2026, listed in order, are: Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Paper Products; Primary Metals; Transportation Equipment; Fabricated Metal Products; Machinery; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Wood Products; Plastics & Rubber Products; Furniture & Related Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Apparel, Leather & Allied Products; Petroleum & Coal Products; Chemical Products; Computer & Electronic Products; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; and Miscellaneous Manufacturing.

Services
This year, services respondents expect prices to increase, on average, 8.9 percent compared to the end of 2025. With respondents reporting an increase of 7.7 percent through June 2026, prices are projected to increase somewhat over the rest of the year. Ninety-five percent of respondents anticipate increases of, on average, 10.5 percent; 3 percent expect decreases of, on average, 41 percent; and 2 percent do not expect prices to change. All 18 industries project price increases for all of 2026, listed in order: Mining; Retail Trade; Educational Services; Finance & Insurance; Health Care & Social Assistance; Transportation & Warehousing; Construction; Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Management of Companies & Support Services; Accommodation & Food Services; Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Other Services; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Public Administration; Utilities; Wholesale Trade; and Information.

Prices — Predicted Changes Between End of 2025 and End of 2026

Manufacturing

Services

Predicted

Dec 2025

Predicted
Jun 2026

Magnitude
of Change

Predicted

Dec 2025

Predicted
Jun 2026

Magnitude
of Change

Higher

66 %

97 %

+14.6 %

65 %

95 %

+10.5 %

Same

26 %

1 %

NA

34 %

2 %

NA

Lower

8 %

2 %

-4.7 %

1 %

3 %

-41.0 %

Net Average

+4.4 %

+14.1 %

+4.2 %

+8.9 %

EMPLOYMENT

Employment — Predicted Changes Between End of 2025 and End of 2026

Manufacturing
ISM’s Manufacturing Business Survey panelists forecast that sector employment in 2026 will increase 1.4 percentage points year over year. Forty-nine percent of respondents expect employment to be, on average, 7.6 percent higher; 41 percent predict employment to decrease, on average, 5.8 percent; and 10 percent expect employment levels to be unchanged. The seven industries projecting employment growth during 2026 — listed in order — are: Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Printing & Related Support Activities; Furniture & Related Products; Computer & Electronic Products; Machinery; Transportation Equipment; and Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products.

Services
Sector employment will increase 0.9 percentage point in 2026, according to the forecast of ISM’s Services Business Survey panelists. For the rest of the year, 53 percent expect employment to increase, on average, 7.7 percent; 30 percent anticipate employment to decrease, on average, 10.7 percent; and 17 percent expect no change in employment levels. The nine industries anticipating increases in employment — in the following order — are: Retail Trade; Construction; Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Wholesale Trade; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Utilities; Information; and Educational Services.

Employment — Predicted Changes Between End of 2025 and End of 2026

Manufacturing

Services

Predicted
for 2026

Dec 2025

Predicted

Jun 2026

Magnitude
of Change

Predicted
for 2026

Dec 2025

Predicted

Jun 2026

Magnitude
of Change

Higher

27 %

49 %

+7.6 %

40 %

53 %

+7.7 %

Same

53 %

10 %

NA

47 %

17 %

NA

Lower

20 %

41 %

-5.8 %

13 %

30 %

-10.7 %

Net Average

+0.4 %

+1.4 %

+2.5 %

+0.9 %

BUSINESS REVENUES

Business Revenues Comparison — 2026 vs. 2025

Manufacturing
Revenues are expected to increase this year as purchasing and supply management executives predict an overall net increase of 8.4 percent compared to 2025. This is 4 percentage points higher than the 4.4-percent increase forecast in December, and 5.9 percentage points higher than the 2.5-percentage point year-over-year increase reported for 2025. Eighty-two percent of respondents say that revenues for 2026 will increase, on average, 12.7 percent; 17 percent say their revenues will decrease, on average, 12 percent; and 0 percent forecast no change. The 14 manufacturing industries expecting increases in revenue in 2026 — listed in order — are: Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Paper Products; Primary Metals; Fabricated Metal Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Plastics & Rubber Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Transportation Equipment; Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; Computer & Electronic Products; Furniture & Related Products; Miscellaneous Manufacturing; Machinery; and Chemical Products.

Manufacturing Business Revenue

2025 vs. 2024

2026 vs. 2025

Reported

Dec 2025

% Change

Predicted

Dec 2025

% Change

Predicted

Jun 2026

% Change

Higher

44 %

+12.1 %

56 %

+8.9 %

82 %

+12.7 %

Same

29 %

NA

36 %

NA

0 %

NA

Lower

27 %

-10.2 %

8 %

-8.1 %

17 %

-12.0 %

Net Average

+2.5 %

+4.4 %

+8.4 %

Services
Services purchasing and supply management executives predict growth in sector business revenue compared to 2025. They forecast an increase of 8.6 percent, much higher than the 4.6-percent increase forecast in December, and 4.4 percentage points higher than the 4.2-percent increase reported for 2025. Eighty-one percent of respondents indicate revenues for 2026 will increase, on average, 12.9 percent; 16 percent say their revenues will decrease, on average, 11.3 percent; and 4 percent expect no change. Sixteen of 18 services industries project revenue increases in 2026, listed in order: Mining; Retail Trade; Finance & Insurance; Wholesale Trade; Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Other Services; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Public Administration; Information; Utilities; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Health Care & Social Assistance; Management of Companies & Support Services; Accommodation & Food Services; Educational Services; and Transportation & Warehousing.

Services Business Revenue

2025 vs. 2024

2026 vs. 2025

Reported

Dec 2025

% Change

Predicted

Dec 2025

% Change

Predicted

Jun 2026

% Change

Higher

55 %

+9.3 %

54 %

+10.1 %

81 %

+12.9 %

Same

36 %

NA

36 %

NA

4 %

NA

Lower

9 %

-9.3 %

10 %

-9.9 %

15 %

-11.3 %

Net Average

+4.2 %

+4.6 %

+8.6 %

SPECIAL QUESTION TOPIC No. 1: ADJUSTING INVENTORY STOCKING STRATEGIES AMID GLOBAL TARIFF UNCERTAINTY

We asked panelists, “Have you changed your company’s inventory stocking requirements to manage input pricing risks from global tariff negotiations and actions?”

Answer options:

Yes, we are requiring higher levels of inventoryYes, we are requiring lower levels of inventoryNo, we haven’t changed our requirementsDo not measure input inventories

Respondents indicated:

Adjusting Inventory Stocking Strategies

Manufacturing

Services

Reported
May 2025

Reported Jun
2026

Reported
May 2025

Reported Jun
2026

Yes, we are requiring higher levels of
inventory

32 %

32 %

16 %

10 %

Yes, we are requiring lower levels of
inventory

17 %

49 %

9 %

7 %

No, we haven’t changed our
requirements

51 %

16 %

37 %

37 %

Do not measure input inventories

0 %

3 %

39 %

46 %

SPECIAL QUESTION TOPIC No. 2: PRICE ADJUSTMENTS IN RESPONSE TO TARIFFS

We asked panelists, “How do you plan to change your selling prices for products or services in response to tariffs?”

Answer options:

We plan to pass on all of the cost increases into sales pricesWe plan to pass on some of the cost increases into sales prices and to absorb some through reduced marginsWe plan to pass on some of the cost increases into sales prices and to pass on the rest to other untariffed products or services we provideWe plan to absorb all of cost increases through reduced marginsOur costs will not be affected by tariffs, but we plan to use tariffs as an opportunity to raise pricesOur costs will not be affected by tariffs, and we do not plan to change prices because of tariffs

Respondents indicated:

Price Adjustments in Response to Tariffs

Manufacturing

Services

Reported May
2025

Reported
Jun 2026

Reported
May 2025

Reported
Jun 2026

We plan to pass on all of the cost
increases into sales prices

35 %

26 %

23 %

20 %

We plan to pass on some of the cost
increases into sales prices and to
absorb some through reduced margins

52 %

46 %

28 %

22 %

We plan to pass on some of the cost
increases into sales prices and to pass
on the rest to other untariffed products
or services we provide

4 %

5 %

8 %

12 %

We plan to absorb all of cost increases
through reduced margins

3 %

17 %

14 %

20 %

Our costs will not be affected by tariffs,
but we plan to use tariffs as an
opportunity to raise prices

2 %

2 %

4 %

1 %

Our costs will not be affected by tariffs,
and we do not plan to change prices
because of tariffs

5 %

4 %

23 %

25 %

SPECIAL QUESTION TOPIC No. 3: ALTERNATIVE STRATEGIES TO NAVIGATE TRADE POLICY CHANGES

We asked panelists, “Besides raising prices, what other strategies are you implementing in response to recent or anticipated changes in trade policies?”

Answer options:

We plan to increase inventory of imported inputsWe plan to change the mix of products we sellWe plan to change the specifications of products we sellWe plan to reshore production domestically or move it to other countriesOther (reasons)

Respondents indicated:

Strategies Beyond Price Hikes

Manufacturing

Services

Reported May
2025

Reported
Jun 2026

Reported May
2025

Reported Jun
2026

We plan to increase inventory of
imported inputs

13 %

18 %

15 %

6 %

We plan to change the mix of
products we sell

12 %

12 %

16 %

19 %

We plan to change the
specifications of products we sell

7 %

12 %

9 %

13 %

We plan to reshore production
domestically or move it to other
countries

40 %

38 %

20 %

30 %

Other

28 %

20 %

41 %

32 %

SPECIAL QUESTION TOPIC No. 4: PLANS TO RESHORE PRODUCTION

We asked panelists, “In the next six months, does your organization plan to reshore final or intermediate production from abroad?”

Answer options:

Yes, we are actively looking into shifting production to the U.S. from abroadYes, we are actively looking into shifting production domestically, but our plan will take longer than six monthsNo, we are not reshoring to the domestic market but looking for alternative trade partners in less tariff-impacted countriesNo, we are not looking into changing our supply chain partners

Respondents indicated:

Plans to Reshore Production

Manufacturing

Services

Reported

May 2025

Reported

Jun 2026

Reported

May 2025

Reported

Jun 2026

Yes, we are actively looking into
shifting production to the U.S.
from abroad

8 %

7 %

8 %

5 %

Yes, we are actively looking into
shifting production domestically,
but our plan will take longer
than six months

27 %

15 %

11 %

7 %

No, we are not reshoring to the
domestic market but looking for
alternative trade partners in less
tariff-impacted countries

31 %

35 %

21 %

14 %

No, we are not looking into
changing our supply chain
partners

34 %

43 %

60 %

74 %

SPECIAL QUESTION TOPIC No. 5: EFFECT OF OIL PRICES

We asked panelists, “What will be the effect of the rising oil prices on your business?”

Answer options:

Large positive effect.Small positive effect.Neutral.Small negative effect.Large negative effect.

Effect of Rising Oil Prices

Manufacturing

Services

Reported Jun 2026

Reported Jun 2026

Large positive effect

7 %

1 %

Small positive effect

7 %

3 %

Neutral

11 %

16 %

Small negative effect

46 %

55 %

Large negative effect

29 %

25 %

SPECIAL QUESTION TOPIC No. 6: RESPONSE TO OIL PRICE SHOCK

We asked panelists, “How do you plan to change your selling prices for products or services in response to the recent oil price shock?”

Answer options:

We plan to pass on all of the cost increases into sales prices.We plan to pass on some of the cost increases into sales prices and to absorb some through reduced margins.We plan to pass on some of the cost increases into sales prices and to pass on the rest to other unaffected products or services we provide.We plan to absorb all of cost increases through reduced margins.Our costs will not be affected by the oil price shock, but we plan to use it as an opportunity to raise prices.Our costs will not be affected by the oil price shock, and we do not plan to change prices because of it.

                                                  Pricing Response to Oil Shock

Manufacturing

Services

Reported Jun 2026

Reported Jun 2026

We plan to pass on all of the
cost increases into sales prices.

27 %

16 %

We plan to pass on some of the
cost increases into sales prices
and to absorb some through
reduced margins.

33 %

15 %

We plan to pass on some of the
cost increases into sales prices
and to pass on the rest to other
unaffected products or services
we provide.

16 %

18 %

We plan to absorb all of cost
increases through reduced
margins.

22 %

23 %

Our costs will not be affected by
the oil price shock, but we plan
to use it as an opportunity to
raise prices.

0 %

1 %

Our costs will not be affected by
the oil price shock, and we do
not plan to change prices
because of it.

2 %

27 %

SPECIAL QUESTION TOPIC No. 7: OVERALL EFFECT OF AI ON EMPLOYMENT

We asked panelists, “What has been the overall effect of AI on employment of your business?”

Answer options:

We are planning some layoffs after the introduction of AI.We are currently not hiring because of AI.We have created new position after the introduction of AI.AI so far hasn’t had noticeable effects on hiring/layoff decisions at our business.

Effect of AI on Employment

Manufacturing

Services

Reported Jun 2026

Reported Jun 2026

We are planning some layoffs after the introduction of
AI.

5 %

9 %

We are currently not hiring because of AI.

13 %

9 %

We have created new position after the introduction of
AI.

6 %

9 %

AI so far hasn’t had noticeable effects on hiring/layoff
decisions at our business.

76 %

73 %

SPECIAL QUESTION TOPIC No. 8:SELECT AI TOOLS BEING USED

We asked panelists, “Which of the following AI tools are you using at your business?”

Answer options*:

We don’t use AI at our business.We use generative AI chatbots.We use AI agents.Other.

AI Tools Used

Manufacturing

Services

Reported Jun 2026

Reported June 2026

We don’t use AI at our business.

18 %

18 %

We use generative AI chatbots.

51 %

54 %

We use AI agents.

45 %

50 %

Other.

8 %

9 %

*Percentages add to more than 100% because respondents were able to select one or more of the following choices:

“We use generative AI chatbots.”
“We use AI agents.”
“Other.”

SUMMARY

Manufacturing

Operating rate is 86.9 percent of normal capacity.Production capacity is expected to increase 9.7 percent in 2026.Capital expenditures are expected to increase 4.9 percent in 2026.Prices paid increased 11.9 percent through June 2026.Prices of raw materials are expected to increase a total of 14.1 percent for all of 2026, indicating an expected increase of 2.2 percentage points for the rest of the year.Manufacturing employment is expected to increase 1.4 percent in 2026.Manufacturing revenues are expected to increase 8.4 percent in 2026.The manufacturing sector is expected to grow in 2026.

Services

Operating rate is 91.3 percent of normal capacity.Production capacity is expected to increase 7.1 percent in 2026.Capital expenditures are expected to increase 6.4 percent in 2026.Prices paid increased 7.7 percent through June 2026.Prices of raw materials are expected to increase a total of 8.9 percent for all of 2026, indicating expectations of continuing inflation.Services employment is expected to increase 0.9 percentage point in 2026.Services revenues are expected to increase 8.6 percent in 2026.The services sector is projected to grow in 2026.

About This Report
In addition to the forecast, the Manufacturing ISM® PMI® Report is issued monthly on the first business day of each month and is considered by many economists to be the most reliable near-term economic barometer available. It is reviewed regularly by top government agencies and economic business leaders. The report, compiled from responses to questions asked of purchasing and supply executives across the country, tracks industrial production, new orders, inventories, supplier deliveries, employment, buying policies and prices. Manufacturing Business Survey panelists are divided into the following NAICS code categories: Food, Beverage & Tobacco Products; Textile Mills; Apparel, Leather & Allied Products; Wood Products; Paper Products; Printing & Related Support Activities; Petroleum & Coal Products; Chemical Products; Plastics & Rubber Products; Nonmetallic Mineral Products; Primary Metals; Fabricated Metal Products; Machinery; Computer & Electronic Products; Electrical Equipment, Appliances & Components; Transportation Equipment; Furniture & Related Products; and Miscellaneous Manufacturing (including products such as Medical Equipment & Supplies, Jewelry, Sporting Goods, Toys & Office Supplies).

Covering the services sector, ISM® debuted the Services ISM® PMI® Report in June 1998. The Services ISM® PMI® Report is released on the third business day of each month and is based on data received from purchasing and supply executives from 18 different Services industries across the country. The Services ISM® PMI® Report is diversified by NAICS, based on each industry’s contribution to gross domestic product (GDP). The Services Business Survey panelists are divided into the following NAICS code categories: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting; Mining; Utilities; Construction; Wholesale Trade; Retail Trade; Transportation & Warehousing; Information; Finance & Insurance; Real Estate, Rental & Leasing; Professional, Scientific & Technical Services; Management of Companies & Support Services; Educational Services; Health Care & Social Assistance; Arts, Entertainment & Recreation; Accommodation & Food Services; Other Services (including Equipment & Machinery Repairing; Promoting or Administering Religious Activities; Grant making; Advocacy; and Providing Dry-Cleaning & Laundry Services, Personal Care Services, Death Care Services, Pet Care Services, Photofinishing Services, Temporary Parking Services, and Dating Services); and Public Administration. The report covers business activity, new orders, backlog of orders, new export orders, inventory change, inventory sentiment, imports, prices, employment, and supplier deliveries.

About Institute for Supply Management®
Institute for Supply Management® (ISM®) is the first and leading not-for-profit professional supply management organization worldwide. Its community of more than 50,000 in more than 100 countries manages about US$1 trillion in corporate and government supply chain procurement annually. Founded in 1915 by practitioners, ISM is committed to advancing the practice of supply management to drive value and competitive advantage for its members, contributing to a prosperous and sustainable world. ISM empowers and leads the profession through the ISM® PMI® Reports, its highly regarded certification and training programs, corporate services, events and assessments. The ISM® PMI® Reports, Manufacturing, and Services are two of the most reliable economic indicators available, providing guidance to supply management professionals, economists, analysts, and government and business leaders. For more information, please visit: www.ismworld.org.

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The next Services ISM® PMI® Report featuring the June 2026 data will be released at 10:00 a.m. ET on Monday, July 6, 2026.

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Stoneridge to Participate in the Stephens Annual Investment Conference

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NOVI, Mich., Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stoneridge, Inc. (NYSE: SRI) today announced that the company will participate in the Stephens Annual Investment Conference, to be held November 17-19, 2026, at The Grand Hyatt in Nashville, Tennessee. Scott Humphrey, Chief Financial Officer, and Mike Swartz, Investor Relations, will host one-on-one meetings with investors attending the conference.

Investors who would like to schedule a meeting with Stoneridge can do so by contacting their Stephens representative. Those who are not attending the conference and would like to schedule a call should contact Mike Swartz at Mike.Swartz@stoneridge.com.

About Stoneridge, Inc.
Stoneridge, Inc., headquartered in Novi, Michigan, is a global supplier of safe and efficient electronic systems and technologies. Our systems and products power vehicle intelligence, while enabling safety and security for on- and off-highway transportation sectors around the world. Additional information about Stoneridge can be found at www.stoneridge.com.

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Aura Reports Third Quarter 2026 Results, Highlights Sustained Business Momentum and Transformative Platform Innovation

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Q3 revenue grew 24% YoY to $87.9 million, corresponding to Q3 ARR of $355.0 million, also a 24% increase year over year.Generated positive Adjusted FCF of $12.4 million, a $15.5 million improvement year over year.Reaffirming full-year 2026 outlook for 20%+ ARR growth and positive Adjusted Free Cash Flow from Transaction Close through year-end.Introduced Solstice, an in-house AI engine built to protect families, and the new Aura running on it.

BOSTON, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Aura Consolidated Group, Inc. ARBN 695 488 843 (ASX: AXQ) (“Aura” or “the Company”), a global leader in online safety and wellbeing, today announced its financial results for the third quarter of 2026, the first quarter since completing the acquisition of Qoria on July 17, 2026 (“Transaction Close”).

On a pro forma basis, Aura exited the quarter with $355.0 million in annual recurring revenue (“ARR”), up 24% year over year, and generated positive Adjusted FCF of $12.4 million, a $15.5 million improvement year over year. The Company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance of 20%+ ARR growth and positive Adjusted Free Cash Flow from Transaction Close to year-end.

Reflecting on the achievements in Q3’26, Aura’s Founder and CEO, Hari Ravichandran, said:

 “This quarter, we laid the foundation for our expanded long-term vision for Aura while delivering sustained revenue growth and positive free cash flow. At the same time, we are accelerating our pace of innovation, and earlier this week introduced Solstice, our in-house AI engine, along with an updated Aura experience, the first product built on that foundation.

“For decades, consumer security has pushed the hard work back onto the user. We’re reimagining protection from the ground up with Solstice and will unlock what no consumer security product has had: a deep understanding of the family, and the ability to help take action when the family asks.”

Aura’s Chief Financial Officer, Brian DeCenzo, added, “As generative AI fuels more frequent and sophisticated scams and new risks to children online, more families, schools, and employers are turning to Aura as their trusted source of protection. We are translating broad-based customer growth and strong product uptake into robust, sustainable revenue growth. That momentum, paired with our ongoing focus on operational efficiency, leaves us well positioned to deliver on both our 20%+ ARR growth and positive free cash flow targets this year, while building toward our medium-term financial objectives.”

Continued innovation

Introduced Solstice, an in-house AI engine built to protect families. Solstice will serve as the foundation under every Aura product, and it has five parts: data collectors, a household knowledge graph, a machine learning stack, a proprietary foundation model, and an action plane. The result: deep understanding of the family, and the means to take action when the family asks.Unveiled a new Aura experience, built on Solstice. The new Aura replaces alerts and to-do lists with a cohesive safety system that works for the family. Specialized AI agents monitor the household’s digital activity, decide what matters, and take action when directed. The new Aura is available in limited beta, with broader availability expected in early 2027.Launched Trusted Family Access, a consent-based offering that helps families protect aging parents and adult loved ones from scams and fraud.Data removal coverage surpassed 500 data brokers, a major milestone for privacy protection.Recognition for Aura Parents as one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026.

Cost reductions

Aura is executing ahead of plan on the $55 million cost-out program outlined in February 2026, with year-to-date and planned Q4 actions representing approximately $66 million in total savings. This includes $42 million in annualized direct and operating cost savings, driven by organizational realignment that significantly reduced the Company’s fixed cost base. Direct-to-Consumer (“D2C”) marketing spend is expected to decline $24 million in 2026 compared with 2025, while continuing to support investment in efficient growth.

Q3’26 pro forma financial highlights

Aura’s acquisition of Qoria became effective on July 17, 2026. As such, Q3’26 unaudited statutory financials reflect Aura’s full-quarter results, together with Qoria’s post-close results from July 17, 2026 through September 30, 2026. To provide a more representative view of the combined group’s performance and facilitate period-over-period comparability, this release and the related materials focus on unaudited pro forma results, combining Aura and Qoria for the full duration of each period presented. All dollar amounts are reported in U.S. currency unless otherwise noted.

Q3 revenue was $87.9 million, an increase of 24% year over year.ARR[1] was $355.0 million, an increase of 24% year over year.Adjusted FCF was $12.4 million, up $15.5 million year over year. From Transaction Close to September 30, consistent with Aura’s guidance framework, Adjusted FCF was $13.7 million.[2]Adjusted EBITDA of negative $14.9 million reflects a 45% year-over-year improvement.As of September 30, 2026, net debt was $2.6 million, a $7.3 million improvement since Transaction Close.

Q3’26 business highlights

Completed the Qoria acquisition and began integrating the two businesses, uniting protection across home, school, and work.Demonstrated strength across channels:D2C: Grew subscribers 13% year over year to 1.1 million and drove an 11% increase in ARPU alongside an 18% reduction in marketing spend.Enterprise: Reached approximately 2,300 employers, up 31% year over year, and approximately 7,000 K-12 districts, up 5%, with net revenue retention of 103%.

Capital markets update

Aura continuously evaluates strategic opportunities to optimize its business. As part of that ongoing assessment, management is evaluating a potential dual listing on a U.S. stock exchange alongside its ASX listing. While the Company remains secure in its capital position, management believes a dual listing could support its objective of maximizing long-term shareholder value through an expanded investor base and improved trading liquidity. Any potential dual listing remains subject to approval by Aura’s Board of Directors and the completion of required regulatory and other processes.

Investor conference call

A conference call will be held today as follows:

November 12, 2026 10:30am AEDT | November 11, 2026 6:30pm ESTLink to register: https://events.q4inc.com/attendee/159132282

This conference call and related materials will be publicly available and can be accessed at investors.aura.com. A replay will also be made available after the call.

The release of this announcement was authorized by the Aura Board of Directors.

About Aura

Aura (ASX: AXQ) is a global leader in online safety and wellbeing. Built on the belief that people deserve a trusted, always-on layer of protection, Aura’s AI-powered platform delivers protection for individuals, families, and enterprises—from proactive protection against identity theft, financial fraud, and online threats to tools that help schools and parents protect children from cyberbullying, harmful content, and threats to their wellbeing.

Aura’s platform spans the environments that matter most—home, school, and work—empowering people of all ages with end-to-end protection for every aspect of online life. Learn more at aura.com.

Forward-looking statements

This announcement and the accompanying presentation and conference call include certain statements that constitute “forward-looking statements” and “forward-looking information” regarding possible or assumed future performance or potential growth of the Company, which involve substantial risks and uncertainties.

In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “objective,” “ongoing,” “plan,” “predict,” “project,” “potential,” “should,” “will,” or “would” and/or the negative of these terms, or other comparable terminology intended to identify statements about the future.

They appear in a number of places throughout this release and the related materials and include statements regarding management’s intentions, beliefs, or current expectations concerning, among other things, results of operations, financial condition, liquidity, prospects, growth, strategies, the industry in which the Company operates, and other information that is not historical information.

These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the Company’s actual results, levels of activity, performance, or achievements to be materially different from the information expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Although management of the Company believes that it has a reasonable basis for the forward-looking statements, the Company cannot assure you that the Company will achieve or realize these plans, intentions, or expectations.

Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Except as required by applicable regulations or by law, the Company does not undertake to publicly update or review any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information or future events. See section 7.3 of the Qoria Scheme Booklet from May 2026 for further information.

Non-GAAP financial information

This announcement and the accompanying presentation and conference call contain pro forma information and certain measures of financial performance not determined in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), such as Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Free Cash Flow (the “non-GAAP financial measures”).

The non-GAAP financial measures are used by Company management to evaluate financial performance of, and determine resource allocation for, the Company’s operations. Items excluded from each of the non-GAAP financial measures are significant components in understanding and assessing financial performance.

The non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation, or as alternatives to, or substitutes for, pro forma loss from operations, loss before income taxes, or any other measure calculated in accordance with GAAP as indicators of financial performance or liquidity, and should be considered together with the Company’s GAAP financial measures.

Because the non-GAAP financial measures are not measurements determined in accordance with GAAP and are thus susceptible to varying definitions, the non-GAAP financial measures as presented may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures of other companies. Please refer to the earnings presentation for additional information.

Pro forma Adjusted EBITDA GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliation

Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss), adjusted to exclude interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, IPO readiness costs, acquisition-related costs, stock-based compensation, mark-to-market gains/losses, and foreign currency exchange gains/losses.

Three months ended September 30,

 in US$M

2025

2026

Loss before income taxes

(40.5)

(66.3)

     Interest expense, net

1.6

1.8

     Depreciation and amortization

4.8

6.5

EBITDA

(34.1)

(58.0)

     IPO readiness costs

0.6

–

     Acquisition-related costs

0.5

29.8

     Mark-to-market gain/loss

(1.0)

6.3

     Stock-based compensation expense

5.2

5.1

     Foreign currency exchange loss

1.5

1.9

Adjusted EBITDA

(27.3)

(14.9)

Pro forma Adjusted FCF GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliation

Adjusted Free Cash Flow (“FCF”) is defined as operating cash flow less capital expenditures (including capitalized software development), excluding IPO readiness and acquisition-related costs paid in cash during the period.

Prior disclosures defined Adjusted FCF using accrual-based adjustments for IPO readiness and acquisition-related expenses. Please refer to the earnings presentation for additional information.

Three months ended September 30,

 in US$M

2025

2026

Net cash used in operations

3.2

(10.0)

     Capital expenditures

(6.5)

(3.9)

     Cash IPO readiness and acquisition-related costs

0.2

26.3

Adjusted FCF

(3.1)

12.4

Key operating metrics

The Company monitors several key operational and business metrics to measure performance, identify trends, prepare financial forecasts, and make strategic decisions. Operating metrics are derived from internal company systems and have not been audited or reviewed by the Company’s independent auditor. Due to the recency of the Transaction Close, certain operational data from legacy Qoria business lines have not yet been fully integrated into Aura’s systems and may be revised as integration progresses and methodologies are further aligned. Please refer to the earnings presentation for additional information on Aura’s key operating metrics.

ARPU: Average revenue per user (“ARPU”) is defined as total revenue attributable to the service period, including upsells and net of refunds, from all D2C subscribers active during a given period, divided by the total number of active D2C subscribers at the close of that same period, and expressed as a monthly figure.

ARR: Annualized recurring revenue (“ARR”) reflects annualized recurring GAAP revenue recognized in the final month of a given period. 

D2C subscriber: An active, paid subscription acquired through a D2C channel, as of period end.

Employer: A company accessed via the Employee Benefits channel that offers Aura as a workplace benefit.

Enterprise NRR: Defined as revenue attributable to a fixed cohort of K-12 districts and employers identified as active one year prior to the end of the measurement period, measured in the final quarter of the measurement period, divided by revenue attributable to those same K-12 districts and employers measured in the final quarter of the prior-year period. 

K-12 district: Defined as an administrative unit that manages and operates one or more primary or secondary schools serving kindergarten through 12th grade (“K–12”) within a specific geographic area, that is under an active contract to receive Aura’s student safety solutions.

1 Q3’26 ARR was updated following the Company’s Appendix 4C filing (previously reported as $357.4 million) to reflect updated reporting received from a partner post-quarter end and identified during the auditor’s review, which resulted in the reclassification of approximately $200,000 of September revenue from recurring to non-recurring.

2 Adjusted FCF reflects a revised definition compared to prior disclosures. Please refer to the “Forward-looking statements,” “Non-GAAP financial information,” and “Pro forma Adjusted FCF GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliation” sections of this release for additional information about Adjusted FCF.

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Reality Television Icon Audrina Patridge Launches New Podcast “Say More”

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Reality television icon Audrina Patridge launches ‘Say More’ November 12, a weekly audio and video podcast produced by Network One Digital, with advertising sales led by Amplitude Media Partners.

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Reality television icon and author Audrina Patridge is returning to podcasting with Say More with Audrina Patridge, a new weekly series that brings celebrity friends, experts and other compelling guests together for honest conversations that go beyond the surface. The show premieres November 12 in both audio and video formats, with its official trailer available now. The launch also marks the beginning of two key partnerships—with Network One Digital (NOD) and Amplitude Media Partners (AMP)—designed to support the show’s growth and long-term success.

“I’ve spent so much of my life in front of the camera, but I feel like there’s still so much to learn, so many stories to share, and so many conversations worth having. That’s really what inspired Say More.” – Audrina Patridge

From dating, desire and relationships to motherhood, mental health and starting over, Say More will explore the subjects people discuss in their group chats, over brunch and with the friends who know them best. Guided by Patridge’s natural curiosity, sense of humor and life experience, each episode will use personal stories and unexpected questions to examine what people are really thinking, feeling and experiencing.

The podcast marks Patridge’s return to the medium after previously co-hosting Was It Real? The Hills Rewatch, which revisited the landmark MTV reality series that first introduced her to audiences. While her previous show looked back at The Hills, Say More gives Patridge an opportunity to explore the questions, relationships and life transitions shaping who she—and her audience—is today.

“I’ve spent so much of my life in front of the camera, but I feel like there’s still so much to learn, so many stories to share, and so many conversations worth having,” said Audrina Patridge. “That’s really what inspired Say More. I wanted to create a space where we can be ourselves, have real, honest conversations, laugh, learn from each other, and talk about everything from relationships and motherhood to personal growth and all the ups and downs of life. I’m in a different chapter of my life now, and I’m excited to explore new things, ask questions, and hopefully inspire others along the way. Shane and Travis at Network One Digital really understood what I wanted to create from the beginning, and they’ve been amazing partners in bringing this vision to life. I’m so excited for everyone to be a part of it!”

Patridge rose to prominence as one of the original stars of MTV’s The Hills, the influential reality series that chronicled the personal and professional lives of a group of young adults in Los Angeles. She later returned for The Hills: New Beginnings, competed on Dancing with the Stars, hosted NBC’s travel and lifestyle series 1st Look and starred in her own VH1 reality series, Audrina. Her additional credits include film roles in Sorority Row and Into the Blue 2: The Reef.

In 2022, Patridge released her memoir, Choices: To the Hills and Back Again, sharing her perspective on navigating fame, relationships, motherhood and life in the public eye. Those experiences will help inform the thoughtful, personal and occasionally provocative conversations at the heart of Say More.

Alongside conversations with celebrity guests and subject-matter experts, Patridge will connect each topic to the everyday realities of love, family, friendship, confidence and change. Episodes may move from relationship red flags and personal reinvention to listener questions and stories guests have never previously shared publicly. The show will also leave room for astrology, spirituality and subjects that may not have simple explanations—but remain irresistible to discuss.

Network One Digital (NOD) will oversee production of the series, creating a polished audio and video experience while helping Patridge translate her distinctive voice and perspective into a multiplatform show.

“Audrina Patridge has built an enduring connection with audiences who have followed her journey for nearly two decades,” said Shane Carmichael, CEO and Co-Founder of Network One Digital. “What makes this partnership particularly exciting is the opportunity to introduce audiences to a new dimension of her personality while building a platform that reflects who she is today. Audrina brings an authenticity, relatability, and cultural relevance that are increasingly valuable in today’s media landscape.”

Travis Holden, Co-Founder of Network One Digital, added “Audrina brings a rare combination of experience, instinct, and an effortless on-screen presence that makes her a natural fit for this format. What excites us most is her willingness to take creative risks, embrace new ideas, and push beyond what audiences might expect. She’s been an incredible collaborator throughout the development process, and we’re excited to see this next chapter take shape.”

Amplitude Media Partners (AMP) has been retained to lead advertising sales for Say More, developing brand partnerships across the podcast’s audio and video distribution.

“Audrina has built an enduring relationship with an audience that has followed her through several different stages of life,” said Marques Pfaff, Managing Partner at Amplitude Media Partners. “Say More creates an opportunity for that audience to reconnect with her in a format that’s honest and highly personal, while also introducing a different side of Audrina to new viewers and listeners. AMP is beyond excited to support the launch and connect the show with advertisers that recognize the value of that authentic relationship.”

Full video episodes of Say More with Audrina Patridge will be available on YouTube and Spotify Video. Audio episodes will be distributed through Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all other major podcast platforms.

The official trailer is available now, with the first full episode premiering November 12. New episodes will be released weekly.

ABOUT SAY MORE WITH AUDRINA PATRIDGE

Say More with Audrina Patridge is a weekly podcast for curious minds hosted by television personality and author Audrina Patridge. Through candid conversations with celebrity friends, experts and fascinating guests, Patridge explores dating, relationships, motherhood, mental health, beauty, fashion, confidence, reinvention and life after reality television. Honest, warm, funny and occasionally provocative, Say More goes beyond the surface to uncover the stories and experiences behind the subjects everyone is already discussing.

ABOUT AUDRINA PATRIDGE

Audrina Patridge is a television personality, author and podcast host who rose to prominence as one of the original stars of MTV’s The Hills. She later appeared in The Hills: New Beginnings, competed on Dancing with the Stars, hosted NBC’s 1st Look and starred in the VH1 reality series Audrina. Patridge is also the author of the memoir Choices: To the Hills and Back Again and previously co-hosted Was It Real? The Hills Rewatch.

ABOUT NETWORK ONE DIGITAL

Network One Digital is a podcast production agency specializing in high-quality audio and video storytelling. Through creative development, production and strategic support, NOD works with creators, brands and organizations to build polished, engaging content designed to reach audiences across platforms.

ABOUT AMPLITUDE MEDIA PARTNERS

Amplitude Media Partners (AMP) provides revenue-generating solutions for independent creators through direct sales, programmatic access and operational support. AMP works with podcasters, video creators and networks to develop advertising partnerships, optimize revenue opportunities and support the continued growth of their content.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Marques Pfaff

marques@amplitudemediapartners.com

(608) 385-9108

Media Contact

Marques Pfaff, Amplitude Media Partners (AMP), 1 6083859108, marques@amplitudemediapartners.com, amplitudemediapartners.com 

Shane Carmichael, Network One Digital, shane@networkonedigital.com

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