General Motors Co. plans to return to the U.S. medium-duty truck market in 2016 through a manufacturing agreement with Isuzu Motors Ltd.

Factory production unexpectedly declined in May as the slump in energy output deepened.

Industrial production surged in November by the most since May 2010 as U.S. assembly lines churned out more consumer goods and business equipment, signaling manufacturing is bolstering economic growth.

Industrial production in the U.S. dropped in October, weighed down by declines at utilities, mines and automakers that signal manufacturing started the fourth quarter on soft footing.

Industrial production in the U.S. rose in September by the most since November 2012, driven by a surge at utilities and a rebound in manufacturing.

Factory production increased in July at the fastest pace in five months as capital spending climbed and motor vehicle demand surged, indicating the industry is helping propel the U.S. economy.

Wholesale prices in the U.S. rose in June, reflecting a jump in energy costs that is now abating.

Industrial production climbed more than forecast in May, a sign gains in manufacturing  are supporting growth as the U.S. economy picks up.

Industrial production decreased 0.6% in April after a 0.9% gain the prior month that was larger than previously reported, the Federal Reserve said May 15.

Industrial production rose 0.7% in March after a revised 1.2% increase the prior month, figures from the Federal Reserve showed April 16.