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Manufacturers Show Resilience Amid Economic Uncertainty, But Challenges Persist

Wipfli’s 2025 manufacturing benchmarking study

Quality Digest
Wed, 09/10/2025 - 12:02
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(Wipfli: Milwaukee) -- Wipfli, a top 25 accounting and advisory firm, has released its 2025 manufacturing benchmarking study offering a comprehensive look into the state of North American manufacturing. Conducted annually since 2016, the study provides critical insights into performance trends, operational benchmarks and strategic priorities across sectors, including plastics processors, metal formers, die casters, tool builders, and contract machinists.

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This year’s survey analyzed responses from 285 locations across 249 companies, examining finance, operations, HR, and sales performance. Top performers—those with the highest profit and throughput over five years—were highlighted, along with industry sentiment, investment trends, and key challenges. Despite a Q2 dip in sentiment due to tariff concerns, manufacturers work to stabilize operations and prepare for future shifts.

“Manufacturers are doing their best to hold on in a tough environment,” says Laurie Harbour, Wipfli partner. “While some are hiring, it’s often out of necessity rather than growth. The industry must act swiftly to improve operations and navigate uncertainty.”

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