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AFBytes briefing

Disruptions to manufacturing supply chains raise costs for industrial equipment and consumer goods while affecting factory employment levels.

What to watch next

  • Monitor upcoming monthly ISM manufacturing data releases for signs of contraction in new orders.
Economy emptywheel.net · May 28, 2026 09:00 UTC

Manufacturing impact from Iran policy

The piece argues that escalation involving Iran has damaged U.S. manufacturing prospects. It criticizes the absence of coordinated policy responses to protect domestic production.