To continue reading this article you must be a paid subscriber.
Subscribe to MDMAlready Subscribed? Click here to log-in | Forgot your password?
NAW Member? Click here to log-in
The manufacturing sector is positive about prospects in 2012, according to the December 2011 Semiannual Economic Forecast from the Institute for Supply Management. Revenues are expected to increase in 17 industries, while the non-manufacturing sector appears slightly less positive about the year ahead, with 15 industries expecting higher revenues.
Capital expenditures, a major driver in the U.S. economy, however, will increase only modestly in the manufacturing sector, while investment in the non-manufacturing sector will remain essentially flat.
These projections are part of the forecast issued by the Business Survey Committee of the Institute for Supply Management.
Manufacturing Summary
Expectations for 2012 are positive as 69 percent of survey respondents expect …
Already Subscribed? Click here to log-in | Forgot your password?
NAW Member? Click here to log-in
Read the latest articles and see your reports.
The MDM update newsletter is your best source for news and trends in the wholesale distribution industry.
Wholesale distribution news and trends delivered right to your inbox.
Sign-up for our free newsletter and get:
Join other distribution executives who use MDM Premium to optimize their business. Our insights and analysis help you enter the right new markets, turbocharge your sales and marketing efforts, identify business partners that help you scale, and stay ahead of your competitors.
By providing your email, you agree to receive announcements from us and our partners for our newsletter, events, surveys, and partner resources per MDM Terms & Conditions. You can withdraw consent at any time.