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Monday, November 2, 2026
Manufacturing employment tied to reshoring and foreign direct investment reached 247,000 new jobs in 2025, essentially matching the prior year's performance, according to the Reshoring Initiative. This result signals continued momentum in domestic production capacity.
The expansion reflects broader gains in US manufacturing activity. Production picked up through 2025 with the strongest output growth in nearly five years, underpinning continued investment in domestic facilities.
The Reshoring Initiative projects a significant acceleration ahead, forecasting 25% growth in reshoring-related job creation during 2026. The anticipated expansion reflects manufacturer confidence in domestic operations and supply chain reliability as companies prioritize nearshoring strategies.
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