BLOGS & ARTICLES BY JOHN STRUNK

Introduction:  The United States heavy industry sector – encompassing energy, mining, steel, chemicals, pulp & paper, packaging, oil & gas, refineries, utilities, and data centers – is heading into 2026 with cautious optimism. After a turbulent few years of pandemic disruptions and rapid policy changes, these foundational industries are evaluating projections for jobs, production, and growth in the year ahead. Economic forecasts suggest the broader U.S. economy will expand at