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U.S. manufacturing boom spurred by recent laws promises up to 250,000 new jobs over two years
Promising growth in the U.S. manufacturing sector is on the horizon, with thanks going to the Biden administration's signature bills: the Inflation Reduction Act and the CHIPS and Science Act. Goldman Sachs projects:
Significantly, Arizona stands out, with around one-third of the total private investment planned here, a nod to significant commitments from giants like TSMC and Intel.
Source: Axios
In the midst of rising inflation and economic uncertainties, #industrial markets across the country posted sluggish figures compared to one year ago. The #manufacturing sector and #nearshoring efforts will drive demand in the coming quarters.
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