US durable goods orders unexpectedly rose in February, driven by metal products amid tariff concerns.

US durable goods orders unexpectedly rose by 0.9% in February, surpassing forecasts for a decline. The increase was driven by orders for primary metals and fabricated metal products ahead of potential tariffs. Core durable goods orders, excluding transportation, also rose by 0.7%. Despite this growth, rising economic uncertainty due to tariffs continues to affect manufacturing sectors.