# Aerospace & Defense Are Surging While Manufacturing Slows | TrendsTalk

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Podcast: [ITR Economics](https://stenobird.com/podcast/itr-economics-80503)
Published: 2026-04-06T14:05:27+00:00
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## Resource

This week on TrendsTalk, ITR Economist and Economist Taylor St. Germain breaks down why aerospace and defense are emerging as key growth opportunities while other manufacturing sectors face ongoing challenges. With civilian aircraft production forecasted to grow at a leading pace and defense orders accelerating into 2027, where should businesses be focusing their time and investment? If your industry is facing slowing demand or uneven recovery, this episode highlights where momentum is building and how to think strategically about diversification. Trends Report Free Preview → https://hubs.la/Q03ybVV00

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