By makingchips

How Will a Trump Presidency Impact Manufacturing? 438

Election years cause a lot of upheaval in the world of manufacturing. Industry spending can often see a sharp decrease, which can negatively impact many shops. The general indecision leading up to an election impacts almost every sub-genre in manufacturing, from medical devices to aerospace, oil & gas to firearms.

The election is over and Trump has officially been elected back into office. Will a Trump presidency negatively or positively impact manufacturing? Nick, Paul, and Mike tackle tough topics like regulations, trade policy, tariffs, taxes, and more in this episode of MakingChips. Will America keep MakingChips and keep making money?

Segments

  • [1:02] Check out the Manufacturing Transformed podcast
  • [1:32] Election results are in: Now what?
  • [2:13] The Trump impact on different sectors
  • [3:30] Manufacturing News: Leaders React to Trump Win
  • [8:39] Machine Shop Masterclass: Quality Management Systems
  • [29:28] Celebrating American Democracy
  • [20:12] Regulations in the defense space
  • [25:12] Talking trade policy and Tariffs
  • [33:02] Will the R&D Tax credit return?
  • [38:39] If Republicans sweep the House, what happens?
  • [42:21] Check out a NEW episode of Lights Out this week!

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