Research, Innovation and Technology
Manufacturing doesn’t just use cutting-edge technology—we create it. The manufacturing sector accounts for three-quarters of all private-sector research and development in the nation, giving our industry a critical competitive edge and providing our highly-skilled employees with vital support.
Former Biden, Trump Officials Call for Permitting Reform
October 21, 2026urged Senate leadership to reach a bipartisan deal. The NAM advertising
Tax Law Helped Ketchie Inc. Invest in Technology
October 20, 2026Manufacturing Tax Wins Across America” flipbook, which highlights how manufacturers in all 50 states are benefitting from H.R. 1. Learn more about the NAM’s ongoing tax advocacy
Manufacturing Growth Slows in Philadelphia
October 19, 2026In October, Philadelphia’s regional manufacturing activity expanded at a slower pace, with the index for general business activity falling from 37.8 to 20.9. This month, 41.2% of firms reported increases in activity, while 20.3% cited decreases. New order growth also slowed, falling from 29.2 to 4.3, while the shipments index declined from 27.7 to 15.3.
Consumer Price Growth Accelerates as Core Inflation Picks Up
October 19, 2026In September, consumer prices increased 0.6% from August and 3.7% over the year, up from the 3.4% annual rise in August and higher than expectations. Core CPI, which excludes more volatile energy and food prices, rose 0.3% from August and 2.6% over the year, up from the 2.4% 12-month increase the month prior. Energy costs…
U.S. Import and Export Prices Climb Higher in September
October 19, 2026U.S. import prices increased 1.1% in September, after rising 0.5% in August, driven by higher fuel and nonfuel import prices. Over the year, import prices jumped 8.1%, the largest annual gain since July 2022. Meanwhile, U.S. export prices rose 2.2% in September, led by higher prices for both agricultural and nonagricultural exports. Over the past…
