The Federal Reserve has reduced the main interest rate by half a percentage point to a range of 4.75% to 5%, a change welcomed by manufacturers facing an industry slowdown. However, experts caution that significant recovery in manufacturing may not occur until early next year due to ongoing low production and high inventory levels. While the rate cut may boost consumer confidence and borrowing, it is unlikely to halt planned layoffs in the sector until order books improve. Manufacturers are also hesitant to invest until after the presidential election, as upcoming policies may affect future investments.

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