The United States is one of the world’s leading industrial powers. However, as the Information Age has taken hold and advances in computers and technology have become more widespread, corporations now dominate the country’s economy and manufacturing has declined. What’s more, U.S. corporations are increasingly expanding their multinational activities.

The result of these changes is increased economic stability and greater opportunity for business investment. The following links will bring you to downloadable reports about the U.S.’ most prosperous industries.

• General Manufacturing
• Automotive
• Construction
• Textiles and Apparel
• Tourism
• Iron and Steel
• Machinery
• Financial
• Chemical
• Transportation and Infrastructure
• Telecommunications
• Agriculture and Processed Foods

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Sources: U.S. Census Bureau; Encyclopedia of Nations