Looking Ahead: Opportunities and Challenges for U.S. Manufacturers

Chad Moutray and Kevin Swift

Business Economics, 2013, vol. 48, issue 2, 133 pages

Abstract: Manufacturing has received increased attention in recent years, as it has enhanced its importance in the economy with output and employment gains and as a driving force of U.S. exports. Nonetheless, the sector faces serious challenges as well as opportunities. The challenges are weak global economic growth, burdensome taxes and regulation, and a labor force that is unprepared to meet twenty-first century needs. Opportunities, however, are likely to more than offset the challenges. These are an improving energy environment, an improved climate for international trade, strong productivity growth, and continued strength in innovation.

Date: 2013
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