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Report: WMC Highlights Strength of Manufacturing in State

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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.

Read the full release on the report on WMC.org.

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