Orders for U.S. durable goods climbed more than forecast in February, propelled by automobiles and a rebound in commercial aircraft. Bookings for goods meant to last at least three years rose 5.7 percent, the most since September, after a 3.8 percent drop the prior month, a Commerce Department report showed today in Washington. The median forecast of 80 economists surveyed by Bloomberg called for a 3.9 percent advance. Figures on capital goods pointed to a pickup in business spending this quarter. Gains in auto and home purchases may keep benefiting manufacturers from 3M Co. (MMM) to United Technologies Corp. (UTX), ... (full story)