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Eliminate Uncertainty at MTForecast
Oct. 14-16, 2026
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel
Our Experts Get It Right
For over 50 years, the industry’s top forecasters and experts have come to MTForecast to share their insights on upcoming pitfalls and opportunities. And for more than 50 years, they’ve gotten it right. Read these MTForecast 2025 recaps to learn more.
Navigating Headwinds
MTForecast 2025 speakers predicted softer manufacturing demand, continued tariff uncertainty, strength in aerospace and defense, AI infrastructure growth, and lower capital spending. They also emphasized flexibility, automation, and strategic sourcing as priorities for manufacturers.
End-Market Outlooks
MTForecast 2025’s sector outlooks highlighted strength in aerospace and defense, growth in hybrid vehicles over full EVs, rising AI-driven energy and construction demand, and challenges facing agriculture and job shops, while automation, reshoring, and critical minerals remained long-term manufacturing drivers.
Decoding Marketing for 2026
Manufacturing marketers received guidance focused on customer-specific messaging, high-value accounts, and tying AI initiatives to measurable business outcomes. Speakers emphasized agility, differentiation, and data-driven decision-making to navigate changing market conditions.