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politics3 hours ago

Trump's trade plan pitched as Rust Belt revival on factory floors

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer tours Rust Belt factories to promote Trump-era tariffs and industrial policies, arguing the economy's fundamentals remain strong even as energy prices spike from the Middle East conflict and March inflation hits 3.3%. He highlighted Whirlpool's $60 million Ohio investment and noted wage and job gains in manufacturing, framing tariffs as a tool to strengthen domestic supply chains rather than raise prices. The visit underscores a campaign-style push for a coming Midwest industrial revival ahead of 2026 races.

via Politico|
#inflation#manufacturing#politics
economy11 days ago

China factory activity rebounds to a year-high on improving demand amid energy shocks

China’s official manufacturing PMI rose to 50.4 in March, the strongest in a year and signaling expansion on firmer demand and better export orders, even as a Middle East energy shock raises costs and growth risk. Output and new orders improved, while input costs surged, suggesting limited pricing power. Analysts forecast Q1 GDP above Beijing’s 4.5% target, but caution that the momentum may fade in the face of higher energy prices and global slowdown, prompting policymakers to lean on domestic demand and structural measures to cushion the oil shock.

via Investing.com|
#china#economy#energy-prices
FCC Bans New Foreign-Made Routers to Push U.S. Manufacturing
technology14 days ago

FCC Bans New Foreign-Made Routers to Push U.S. Manufacturing

The FCC announced a rule prohibiting new consumer Wi‑Fi routers made outside the US, while existing models may continue to be used or sold and will receive software updates under a waiver; it offers a Conditional Approval exemption process for manufacturers to show how they will shift production to the US, including disclosures about foreign ownership and timelines. The move aims to strengthen cybersecurity and trusted supply chains and could affect vendors like TP-Link, Netgear, and Asus, though exemptions may limit immediate impact.

via PCMag|
#exemption#fcc#foreign-made
FCC halts approval of new foreign-made routers, pushing domestic manufacturing
technology18 days ago

FCC halts approval of new foreign-made routers, pushing domestic manufacturing

The FCC announced a rule banning approval of new consumer-grade routers manufactured outside the United States, effectively blocking imports of foreign-made models unless they obtain Conditional Approval that often requires commitments to establish or expand U.S. manufacturing. Existing foreign routers can still be used and sold, but future options could be limited as major brands may shift production domestically. The move, framed as national security-oriented, is expected to face legal challenges and its practical security benefits are debated.

via Liliputing|
#conditionalapproval#fcc#importban
Promises vs Reality: U.S. Manufacturing Jobs Lag Despite Pledges
business19 days ago

Promises vs Reality: U.S. Manufacturing Jobs Lag Despite Pledges

A PBS NewsHour report shows that despite President Trump’s promises of a manufacturing revival, U.S. factory jobs have fallen since he took office, with some production moving overseas and concerns about quality from imported parts. Experts say job gains from reshoring and investment would be modest and slow, and automation may cap growth, suggesting the promised boom is not imminent and the sector’s recovery will be gradual.

via PBS|
#automation#business#jobs
Bezos Pursues a $100B AI-Driven Manufacturing Fund
business20 days ago

Bezos Pursues a $100B AI-Driven Manufacturing Fund

The Wall Street Journal reports Jeff Bezos is in early talks to raise about $100 billion for a new fund to buy manufacturing companies and accelerate their automation with AI, potentially rivaling SoftBank’s Vision Fund. He has discussed the plan in the Middle East and Singapore and is meeting with large asset managers as part of the effort, while also leading Project Prometheus to develop AI models that understand the physical world.

via StyleCaster|
#ai#automation#business
Trump's Manufacturing Promise Falls Short as Amana Plant Cuts Jobs
business23 days ago

Trump's Manufacturing Promise Falls Short as Amana Plant Cuts Jobs

Whirlpool’s Amana refrigerator plant in Iowa laid off more than half its workers as production shifts to Mexico, underscoring how Trump’s tariffs and talk of a manufacturing boom have not reversed the long decline in U.S. factory jobs; the broader sector has lost over 100,000 jobs since he took office, with tariffs raising costs and failing to spur sustained domestic investment.

via CNN|
#amana#business#manufacturing
Tariffs Backfire on U.S. Manufacturing, Raising Costs and Job Struggles
business23 days ago

Tariffs Backfire on U.S. Manufacturing, Raising Costs and Job Struggles

AP reports that tariffs under Trump have raised costs for U.S. manufacturers, causing higher prices, layoffs, and investment uncertainty, with examples like Allen Engineering showing losses; despite White House claims of progress, manufacturing has not rebounded broadly and some construction gains stem from Biden-era policies, while firms pursue tariff refunds and face ongoing policy uncertainty.

via PBS|
#business#economy#manufacturing
Apple eyes 3D-printed aluminum for iPhone and Apple Watch casings
technology1 month ago

Apple eyes 3D-printed aluminum for iPhone and Apple Watch casings

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple is exploring 3D-printed aluminum to make iPhone enclosures and Apple Watch casings, a move that could reduce manufacturing costs and enable new color options; Apple has previously used 3D-printed titanium for some components and has applied similar production insights to the MacBook Neo, with an iMac color refresh expected later this year.

via Engadget|
#3d-printing#apple#apple-watch
Whirlpool Layoffs Spotlight Ongoing U.S. Manufacturing Struggles
business1 month ago

Whirlpool Layoffs Spotlight Ongoing U.S. Manufacturing Struggles

Whirlpool will lay off about 350 workers at its Amana, Iowa plant on March 9 as part of a modernization plan, underscoring persistent job losses in U.S. manufacturing despite tariff pledges. Unions have pressed the White House for help, while economists point to tariffs, automation, and offshore competition as ongoing headwinds; February manufacturing payrolls fell even as overall private employment rose, highlighting a sector still struggling to rebound.

via CBS News|
#business#jobs#manufacturing
China Sets 2026 Growth Target Below 5%, Signaling Slower Path
business1 month ago

China Sets 2026 Growth Target Below 5%, Signaling Slower Path

China unveiled a 2026 growth target of 4.5–5%, the first below 5% in more than three decades, signaling a slower, rebalanced economy as officials push for stronger domestic demand, higher-quality growth, and less reliance on manufacturing, while observers question official data and anticipate policies to boost consumption and address overcapacity.

via The New York Times|
#business#china-economy#consumption