Awhile back, I posted a graph showing the relationship between unemployment and capacity utilization. Here's an updated version: [Note: To highlight the relationship, the graph shows 100-(UN rate) on ...

In the past, there was a fairly close contemporaneous relationship between capacity utilization and unemployment. However, much like the relationship between output and unemployment, a lag in the ...

Planning the use of your manufacturing capacity to turn out the highest-quality products while maximizing profit is a key to the success of your business. Capacity utilization depends on market demand ...

A capacity curve or capacity utilization curve can be a useful tool for a small or large business in gauging customer demand for its goods and services. This is important for a business looking to ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...