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By Kristin BartschiMay 07, 2025

Today, the Federal Reserve held the federal funds rate steady at a target range of 4.25% to 4.5% for the third meeting in a row, citing increasing uncertainty in the economic outlook and a rising risk of higher unemployment and inflation.

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By Catherine “Cat” RossMay 07, 2025

AMT announces the return of its popular AMT Meetup series, featuring seven stops across the country and new partnerships with Women in Manufacturing and NTMA. These free events connect professionals working in and around the manufacturing tech sector.

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By Catherine “Cat” RossMay 06, 2025

Global Shop Solutions, Carr Lane, Muratec, and Mastercam get industry recognition. Sandvik and Burr Oak Tool expand. Lyndex-Nikken and Wipfli update leadership. Heidenhain partners with the Machinists Institute. MIT and Muratec on manufacturing's future.

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By Achilles ArbexMay 06, 2025

Europe shows resilience amid global pressures and declining export demand from China and elsewhere. Will interest rate cuts and strong private consumption improve the 2025 forecast for modest growth? For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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By Benjamin MosesMay 05, 2025

Episode 135: Japan is building the world’s first 3D-printed train station—meanwhile, NASCAR teams like Hendrick Motorsports are using robotic scanners to build faster, smarter race cars.

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By Stephen LaMarcaMay 02, 2025

Florida man runs world's largest 3DP factory. Algorithm shrinks AI models, grow brains. Amazon's robot symphony hits a new high note. Why "Made in the USA" is still a heavy lift.

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By Harry MoserApr 30, 2025

In this installment of our series, you will meet Jason Woodard, Manuel Merkt, and Lt. Gen. William Signius Knudsen, who all started as apprentices. Learn how apprenticeship training influenced their outstanding leadership and shaped their work.

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By Kristin BartschiApr 30, 2025

Today, the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis released their first estimate of GDP for the first quarter of 2025. According to the estimate, GDP contracted 0.3% at an annualized rate.

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By Jacob HorneApr 30, 2025

Confused by CMMC 2.0? This guide makes sense of the rules, shows how it impacts your shop floor, and helps you turn cybersecurity compliance into a competitive edge in the DoD supply chain.

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By Fred QianApr 29, 2025

China's economy continues to show resilience and strength. The first quarter of 2025 experienced 5.4% GDP growth, driven by consumer subsidies and a surge in export shipments in anticipation of tariffs. For more industry intel and other tidbits, read on.

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