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If There's a Domestic Manufacturing Boom, These 3 Stocks Could Win

Submitted by Nathan Reiff. Posted: 4/22/2026.

Analysts and investors rightly place a great deal of emphasis on the U.S. employment rate, but the picture can be somewhat murky—while March 2026 saw unemployment fall to 4.3%, some other metrics, including job openings, have signaled continued challenges. In the midst of this, many investors are likely wondering whether the often‑promised domestic manufacturing boom will actually materialize.

New data suggests that factory output may be increasing (especially in AI‑related areas), which could benefit companies focused on automation or on‑demand manufacturing. The companies below span space and defense, factory‑on‑demand custom manufacturing, and producers of precious or critical materials used in specialty projects—each could gain if manufacturing reshoring accelerates.

Proto Labs Is a Custom Manufacturing Firm With Big Growth Plans

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Proto Labs Inc. (NYSE: PRLB) is a versatile custom manufacturer that produces low‑volume components and prototypes across industries. The company serves customers using injection molding, 3D printing, sheet‑metal fabrication, CNC machining and other on‑demand processes. Proto Labs reported a solid Q4 2025, beating estimates on both the top and bottom lines with EPS of $0.44 and revenue of $136.5 million, the latter up 12% year‑over‑year.

Computer numerical control (CNC) machining was a key driver of growth, with that segment rising about 35% YOY in Q4 2025. That performance helped Proto Labs finish the year with roughly $142 million in cash and no debt.

Proto Labs is aiming to expand toward $1 billion in annual revenue—nearly double last year's level. That will be challenging if European revenue continues to decline (it fell roughly 8.1% YOY in Q4 2025). Tariffs have also pressured gross margins, but that same pressure presents an opportunity for the company to realign toward a more domestic‑centered strategy.

Though Proto Labs trades at a high price‑to‑earnings (P/E) ratio of about 73x, its price‑to‑sales ratio of roughly 2.9x is more moderate. Analysts expect earnings to grow by more than 17% over the next year, which could help bring the P/E down.

Rocket Lab Notes Domestic Wins With Space Systems Business and a Growing International Presence

One of the many space stocks likely to get a big boost from the anticipated SpaceX IPO, Rocket Lab (NASDAQ: RKLB) has already seen its shares soar: RKLB is up roughly 370% over the last year, despite a dip early in 2026. That rapid ascent reflects the company's strong position in the domestic launch market.

While Rocket Lab is becoming a go‑to provider for launch services, a U.S. manufacturing resurgence could particularly benefit its space systems business, which manufactures spacecraft and components. That segment grew by more than a third over the past year, and its backlog remains robust.

Rocket Lab is also expanding internationally. With new defense contracts in progress and the acquisition of German laser‑communication firm Mynaric, the company is broadening its presence in European markets. That may help explain why 11 of 17 analysts rate RKLB a Buy.

Hecla's Overlooked Role in Manufacturing as a Key Metals Producer

Often overlooked are the companies that supply the raw materials used in manufacturing, and Hecla Mining Co. (NYSE: HL) is a good example. Hecla was one of North America's largest silver producers in 2025, with about 17 million ounces produced, and it also produces gold, copper, lead and zinc.

Precious metals have rallied in recent months—silver is up roughly 142% over the past year, despite a recent pullback. Silver, in particular, is a vital industrial metal with numerous applications in electrification, photovoltaics, electric vehicles, data centers and other technologies. Those industrial uses position Hecla to potentially benefit from a manufacturing upswing across several sectors.

Shares of HL have pulled back alongside silver recently, which could create a buying opportunity. The company also closed the sale of select assets earlier this year to repay debt, strengthening its balance sheet. Combined with solid cash flow and profitability, those moves could make Hecla's fundamentals more attractive to investors.