Manufacturers’ outlook brightens for 2012

Dec. 13, 2011
A survey of manufacturers finds over 80% expect their sales to increase in 2012. That’s up from 64.5% in September, according to the National Assn. of Manufacturers/IndustryWeek survey for the fourth quarter of 2011. Expectations for employment and capital spending are also up

A survey of manufacturers finds over 80% expect their sales to increase in 2012. That’s up from 64.5% in September, according to the National Assn. of Manufacturers/IndustryWeek survey for the fourth quarter of 2011. Expectations for employment and capital spending are also up.

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