American factory activity expanded in May at its fastest pace in four years. Behind the data is a more important shift — companies are rebuilding inventories at home instead of relying on imports.
Millions of American flags sold in the United States each year are imported from overseas. Meet the FMAA-certified U.S. flag manufacturers — Annin, Valley Forge, Star Spangled, and others — still sewing stars and stripes in American mills.
Shelbyville, Tennessee was once nicknamed Pencil City, USA, home to six pencil manufacturers. Today only Musgrave remains, and they are still making 80 million pencils a year in the heart of America.
Memorial Day is more than barbecues and sales. It is a day to remember the Americans who never came home — and to reflect on the country, communities, and freedoms they sacrificed to protect.
Siemens believes AI, infrastructure investment, and reshoring are helping fuel a new wave of American factory growth. After decades of decline, manufacturing may be entering a new chapter.
Eli Lilly has opened its first U.S. genetic medicine manufacturing facility as part of a massive $4.5 billion investment in Indiana. The project highlights how advanced manufacturing is increasingly returning to American soil.
A new executive order directs federal agencies to strengthen enforcement of Buy American rules and reduce waiver use for foreign-made products in government purchasing.
When Americans think about factory closures, most people count the lost jobs. But the real damage spreads far beyond the factory walls — into families, small businesses, schools, and entire communities.
The U.S. trade deficit has fallen to its lowest level since 2009, marking a major 16-year milestone. After decades of manufacturing decline, some economic indicators are finally starting to move in a different direction.
General Motors is pouring $6 billion into U.S. manufacturing in a single year, including major investments in Midwest plants and domestic vehicle production. One of America’s most iconic automakers appears to be doubling down on building in America.
