Manufacturing Business Conditions Surveys
The Manufacturing Business Conditions Survey attempts to gauge the sentiments of Minnesota manufacturers concerning themselves and the state economy.
For more information about how the survey was conducted, see the survey methodology listed below the full report.
2011 Year-End Report
Most of Minnesota’s manufacturers expect conditions in 2012 to improve or be the same as in 2011. With less than 10 percent of manufacturers expecting production and employment to decrease in 2012, manufacturers appear to be optimistic about the coming year.
2010 Year-End Report
Manufacturers report that they expect growth in 2011and that they performed better than expected in 2010. The responses reflect an optimism not seen since 2007 and suggest a break in the cloud of uncertainty that has overshadowed the past two years.
2009 Year-End Report
Manufacturers report their industry declined more than expected in 2009, with drop-offs in orders, profits and employment. Respondents are uncertain about what to expect in 2010.
Reports from Previous Years
Here you'll find year-end Manufacturing Business Conditions Survey reports dating back to 2005. Reports as far back to 2001 are available upon request.
2008 Year-End Report
2007 Year-End Report
2006 Year-End Report
2005 Year-End Report