Stories Tagged as
Manufacturing
Economic indicators can't tell us the economy's whole story
by
Justin Ho
Jun 23, 2023
The manufacturing sector is shrinking, according to a report. But that doesn’t account for people’s spending or the tight labor market.
Scaling EVs means skipping "half steps" with hybrids, GM's Mary Barra says
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sean McHenry
Jun 8, 2023
The automaker's CEO says it won't invest in hybrids, but instead focus on batteries, a new vehicle platform and charging infrastructure.
U.S. manufacturing is sluggish, with some bright spots
Jun 5, 2023
Higher borrowing costs are one factor holding back the manufacturing sector.
Labor is “unbelievably hard to find,” steel company president says
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Richard Cunningham
Apr 20, 2023
Lisa Goldenberg, president of Delaware Steel Co., believes the labor shortage could be a long-term issue.
The LA distillery ginning up business in the non-alcoholic spirit market
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sean McHenry
Feb 22, 2023
In 2022, over two-thirds of Greenbar Distillery's sales were in the non-alcoholic market. For owners Litty Mathew and Melkon Khosrovian, that means that non-alcoholic drinks are going to be part of their future.
Manufacturing sector shows more signs of cooling
Jan 24, 2023
Monthly data from the Federal Reserve shows a slowdown in shipments, new orders and employment in the sector.
Why this Buffalo manufacturer is "a little bit excited" about an economic slowdown
by
Kai Ryssdal
, Andie Corban
and Maria Hollenhorst
Nov 3, 2022
The tight job market means it's been years since Matt Gehman has hired new qualified employees at MMG Industrial and Metal Locking Service.
For public good, not for profit.
Chip manufacturing jobs are coming. Are Americans ready for them?
Oct 27, 2022
Semiconductor production positions pay about $100,000 on average, and schools are rushing to offer training so people can qualify.
Chemical giant BASF is under threat after Russians turn off the gas
Oct 4, 2022
Gas rationing by the Berlin government this winter could hit the German chemical industry and dent the global economy.
Rising interest rates are hitting manufacturing
Oct 3, 2022
Businesses are scaling back their expectations for 2023 accordingly.