U.S.-China goods trade deficit reached highest level ever.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Overall factory jobs grew, but primary metals and auto parts saw losses.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Capacity utilization saw no change in January.
Source: U.S. Federal Reserve
The Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM) was founded in 2007 by leading domestic manufacturers and the United Steelworkers, North America’s largest industrial union, with a simple mission: strengthen American manufacturing through smart public policies.
What is the state of American manufacturing? AAM has the answers.
95%
Americans who have a favorable view of U.S.-made products?
5.1 million
Number of U.S. factory jobs lost since 2000?
91%
Percentage of voters who favor Buy America policies for government procurement?