For Plastics & Recycling

This industry has a moderate level of capital intensity. For every dollar spent on wages, companies operating within this industry will allocate roughly $0.32 on machinery, equipment and other capital expenses. Depreciation, which offers an indication of the level of capital investment, will account for 3.1% of industry revenue in 2015. In comparison, wages will account for an estimated 9.8% of industry revenue. Consequently, the level of capital investment needed in this industry is significant.