Report: WMC Highlights Strength of Manufacturing in State
Wisconsin manufacturers are increasingly participating in international trade and engaging with foreign investors and employers, according to the Wisconsin Manufacturing Trade and Foreign Investment Report commissioned by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) in partnership with the Midwest Manufacturing Association.
Role of Manufacturing in Wisconsin’s Economy
Manufacturing is a bedrock of Wisconsin’s economy, employing nearly half a million people and supporting a large network of trade, foreign investment, and high-value industries.
In 2024, Wisconsin’s manufacturing industry contributed $73.7 billion to its GDP, making it the largest sector of Wisconsin’s economy. Wisconsin manufacturers sold $209 billion in manufactured goods (final & non-final) and generated an estimated $42.8 billion in earnings for manufacturing workers.
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Report: WMC Highlights Strength of Manufacturing in State
Wisconsin manufacturers are increasingly participating in international trade and engaging with foreign investors and employers, according to the Wisconsin Manufacturing Trade and Foreign Investment Report commissioned by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC) in partnership with the Midwest Manufacturing Association.