NAM Releases Third Quarter Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) has released its 2018 Third Quarter Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey. Available here, the survey provides insight into the current state of the American manufacturing industry. While the NAM regularly releases these surveys on the American … Read More

Survey Shows That Americans Prefer ‘Made-in-America’ Products

A new survey has found that most Americans prefer to buy local, U.S.-manufactured products. Released earlier this month by the market research firm Thomas, the Manufacturing Perception Report found that 44.96% of Americans say made-in-America products are of superior quality … Read More

New Report Reveals How Americans View the Manufacturing Industry

A new survey conducted by Leading2Lean has revealed how Americans perceive the country’s manufacturing industry. According to the survey, 70% of Americans think the industry is declining, and slightly more than half of Americans believe manufacturing companies are cutting jobs. … Read More

US Manufacturers Experience Fastest Business Growth in 14 Years

Manufacturers in the United States experienced strong business growth in August. According to a new report by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM), the country’s manufacturing industry grew at its fastest rate in 14 years last month. After analyzing responses … Read More

White House Hosts ‘Made in America’ Exhibition

On Monday, the White House hosted its second “Made in America” exhibition, during which it showcases made-in-America products produced from all 50 states. During the event, products from leading U.S. automakers like Ford were displayed as well as sports equipment … Read More

American Manufacturing Activity Reaches Highest Level in More Than 3 Years

A new Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) flash reading shows that the U.S. manufacturing index is at its strongest level in more than three years. Released by IHS Markit, the report shows a 56.6 PMI for May, compared to 56.5 for … Read More

American Manufacturing Industry Receives 59.3 ISM Rating for March

The Institute for Supply Management (ISM) has given the American manufacturing industry a 59.3 index rating for March 2018, attesting to the industry’s strength and versatility. Surprisingly, though, 59.3 isn’t a new high for the American manufacturing industry. The industry’s … Read More