Manufacturing Talk Radio

The U.S. services economy continues to expand, reaching 27 consecutive months of growth—and demand remains strong.

Manufacturing Talk Radio hosts Lewis A. Weiss and Amy Nicklaus welcome Steve Miller, Chair of the ISM Services Business Survey Committee, to break down the September 2026 ISM Services PMI report.

Steve shares what the latest 54.9 Services PMI means for the economy, why demand continues to show strength, and what businesses are seeing across supply chains, inventories, employment, pricing, construction, and consumer activity.

The conversation also looks at signs of confidence in future demand and the key indicators to watch as we head toward the next ISM Services report.

Listen for a clear, practical look at what the latest ISM data says about the health and direction of the U.S. services economy.

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The September 2026 ISM Manufacturing Report shows a manufacturing sector that remains relatively steady — but the details tell a more complicated story.

Susan Spence, Chair of the ISM Manufacturing Business Survey Committee, joins Manufacturing Talk Radio hosts Lew Weiss and Amy Nicklaus to break down the latest PMI numbers and the trends manufacturers should be watching.

The conversation covers rising prices, new orders, production, employment, backlogs, supplier delays and exports, along with the impact of tariffs, Canada-U.S. trade, geopolitical uncertainty and longer supply chain lead times.

Susan also explains why the Supplier Deliveries Index could be making the headline PMI look stronger than some underlying indicators suggest, why manufacturer sentiment matters, and which numbers could provide the earliest clues about where manufacturing is headed next.

Listen for a straightforward look at the September ISM Manufacturing PMI and what it could mean for manufacturers heading into the final months of 2026.

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The August 2026 ISM Services Report is out—but what do the numbers actually tell us about the direction of the U.S. economy?

Steve Miller joins Manufacturing Talk Radio to break down the latest services-sector data and provide context around the economic indicators businesses should be watching. The conversation explores business activity, demand, employment, pricing pressures, and the broader trends shaping the services economy.

Get a clearer understanding of the numbers behind the ISM Services Report and what they could mean for business conditions in the months ahead.

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Susan Spence of the Institute for Supply Management® joins Manufacturing Talk Radio to review the August 2026 Manufacturing ISM® Report On Business®.

Discover what the latest Manufacturing PMI® results reveal about demand, production, new orders, employment, inventories, supplier activity, pricing, and the overall health of U.S. manufacturing.

This monthly conversation goes beyond the headline PMI number to explain the economic trends affecting manufacturers, supply chains, business leaders, and the broader economy.

Follow Manufacturing Talk Radio for expert analysis of the ISM Manufacturing Report every month.

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American manufacturing is growing—but who will fill the jobs?

In this episode of Manufacturing Talk Radio, host Lewis A. Weiss sits down with Carolyn Lee of the Manufacturing Institute to examine one of the biggest challenges facing U.S. manufacturing: building the skilled workforce needed to support new investment, advanced technology, automation, and AI.

Manufacturing has faced a structural talent shortage for years, with hundreds of thousands of open jobs across the industry. At the same time, reshoring, onshoring, new plant investments, artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced manufacturing technologies are changing the skills employers need.

So where will the next generation of manufacturing workers come from?

Carolyn explains why automation and AI aren't replacing the need for people—they're changing the skills people need to succeed. She and Lou discuss how manufacturers can attract new talent, upskill existing employees, and build stronger workforce pipelines in their own communities.

They also explore:

Carolyn also challenges outdated perceptions of manufacturing. Today's facilities and careers can look dramatically different from the traditional image of factories and assembly lines. Modern manufacturing needs technicians, engineers, programmers, maintenance specialists, operations professionals, HR, finance, communications, and many other skilled roles.

The future of American manufacturing isn't simply about building more factories or installing more technology. It's about developing the people and skills needed to keep those factories running, innovating, and growing.

If you're a manufacturer, workforce development professional, educator, student, parent, or anyone interested in the future of American manufacturing, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

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Topics: U.S. manufacturing, manufacturing workforce shortage, skilled labor shortage, manufacturing jobs, AI in manufacturing, manufacturing automation, robotics, workforce development, skilled trades, advanced manufacturing, manufacturing careers, reshoring, onshoring, employee training, upskilling, Manufacturing Institute, future of manufacturing.

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How healthy is the U.S. economy—and what do the latest ISM Services numbers really tell us?

Lou Weiss and Amy Nicklaus sit down with Steve Miller, Chair of the ISM Services Business Survey Committee, to discuss the July 2026 Services PMI® Report. They cover the latest data on business activity, hiring, employment trends, AI's growing role in the workplace, healthcare supply chains, tariffs, oil prices, and why small businesses may be among the biggest beneficiaries of artificial intelligence.

The conversation also looks ahead to what businesses should watch for in the coming months and why backlog and employment numbers could be key indicators of future economic growth.

If you want practical insight into the economy without the political spin, this episode delivers expert analysis backed by real industry data.

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In the this month's interview with ISM's Susan Spence, she talks about what to watch for in the upcoming months for consumers

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The latest ISM Manufacturing PMI just delivered its strongest reading since May 2022 — 55.6 — beating Wall Street estimates and marking seven straight months of expansion. Even more significant: the employment index finally broke above 50 at 52.8 after 34 consecutive months of contraction.

Susan Spence, Chair of the ISM Manufacturing Business Survey Committee, joins Lewis and Amy on Manufacturing Talk Radio to break down the full report. Key highlights include:

Susan also shares respondent comments on steel pricing, sector differences, and the broader economic picture.

Tune in for the clearest view yet of the manufacturing rebound.

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