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Jan 06 2026

Manufacturing

By Scott Paul

Five Factory Trends to Watch in 2026

It could be an interesting year for the domestic manufacturing sector. Shifting Macroeconomic and policy currents could greatly affect domestic manufacturing’s outlook as we begin a new year. Will the burgeoning AI sector affect goods-producing industries? Will the quiet trend […]

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The Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM) educates policymakers and the public, advocates for actions that will create more manufacturing jobs in America, and builds coalitions to support our mission. We have a 15+ year track record of success, and we see a brighter future for U.S. factories ahead. Learn more.

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AAM was founded in 2007 by leading domestic manufacturers and the United Steelworkers, North America’s largest industrial union, with a clear mission: strengthen American manufacturing through smart public policies.

Employment

Manufacturing lost 12,000 jobs in August, underscoring the need for consistency in U.S. trade policy.

BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS

Trade

The U.S. goods deficit with China increased in July to $14.7 billion.

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Manufacturing Index

Capacity utilization for manufacturing increased ever so slightly to 76.8% in August.

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