In the U.S., manufacturing’s contribution to GDP has declined from 16.1% in 1997 to 10.7% in 2021. This reflects a shift toward services and technology, as well as offshoring and global competition. Despite the decrease, recent interest in reshoring and high-tech manufacturing may signal future growth as the U.S. aims to rebuild critical manufacturing capabilities.
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