2017 Manufacturing Comp Study Slides 6-1-17 COMBINED MFG Roundtable Final_OH | Page 4

What ISM Respondents Are Saying • "For [the] first time in a long time, revenue was up in Q1 year-over-year. Our customers' businesses are starting to show sustained health." (Apparel, Leather & Allied Products) • "Seeing increased orders and new projects." (Chemical Products) • "Bookings are slow; however, we did receive a very large government order." (Computer & Electronic Products) • "Business is definitely improving. Profit margins are increasing." (Fabricated Metal Products) • "Ongoing market strength. While world/political headlines cause personal anxiety, business conditions remain solid." (Miscellaneous Manufacturing)