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    Berkshire Hathaway completes $9.7B OxyChem acquisition

    An Occidental Petroleum subsidiary retained the acquired firm's legacy tort claims and environmental liabilities associated with the facilities sold.

    Updated Jan. 6, 2026
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    Honda buying LG Energy Solution’s stake in Ohio EV battery plant for $2.85B

    The transaction includes the building and infrastructure assets related to the battery joint venture, but excludes the land and equipment.

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    Cyber risks grow as manufacturers turn to AI and cloud systems

    Manufacturing has been the most-attacked sector for four years straight, according to a recent IBM report. Experts weigh in on how to balance the costs of security infrastructure with the rapid pace of technological advancement.

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    Manufacturing conferences and trade shows to watch in 2026

    Upcoming industry events will showcase the latest products and cover topics ranging from tariff mitigation and automation to workforce retention strategies.

    Updated Jan. 5, 2026
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    US Steel refused to accommodate pregnant mine worker, EEOC alleges

    The steel manufacturer allegedly placed a pregnant employee on leave and assigned her undesirable jobs outside her role, according to an EEOC lawsuit.

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    US plans fresh China semiconductor tariffs for 2027

    The duty rate will be set at least 30 days before the implementation date and stack on top of existing levies, per a Federal Register filing.

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    By the numbers: 2025 manufacturing trends

    Reflect on the year through key data points about tariffs, domestic investments, M&A, the manufacturing workforce, federal policy, AI and more.

  • A large entrance sign that reads "Gate A, NIST, National Institute of Standards and Technology, U.S. Department of Commerce" is mounted on a rock base and surrounded by grass and trees. In the background to the left of the sign, there is a commercial building.
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    NIST commits $20M to strengthen AI in manufacturing

    The federal agency said its investment will establish two centers focused on advancing the technology through a partnership with the nonprofit Mitre Corp.

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    Ford cancels $6.5B battery supply contract with LG Energy Solution

    Last week, the automaker also dissolved its BlueOval SK battery joint venture as it shifts away from EVs.

  • U.S. President Donald Trump departs the White House December 17, 2025 in Washington, DC.
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    What Trump’s $901B defense law means for manufacturing

    The National Defense Authorization Act approves billions of dollars for shipbuilding, munitions production and emerging technologies. It also forms a Civil Reserve Manufacturing Network and updates PFAS policies.

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    Tax reforms, falling interest rates boost 2026 M&A outlook: KPMG

    The One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s passage is among factors that have increased the appetite for deals going into the new year, the Big Four accounting firm said.

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    Tracking PFAS legislation across the US

    New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signing a bill to ban the use of PFAS in menstrual products. Other recent actions include California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoing a bill to ban PFAS in food packaging, juvenile products and cookware.

    Updated Dec. 22, 2025
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    FTC approves Nvidia’s $5B stake in Intel

    The partnership and investment came after the U.S. government and Softbank recently purchased billions of dollars in Intel stock to support domestic semiconductor manufacturing.

    Updated Dec. 19, 2025
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    Community colleges are training the next generation of manufacturing workers

    Rutgers University explored how community colleges are responding to regional workforce training demands. Clark State College and Columbus State Community College are among those partnering with local manufacturers. 

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    Senate votes to confirm EPA, NLRB nominees

    Douglas Troutman and Jeffrey Hall will head chemical and compliance departments within the EPA. Scott Mayer, of Boeing, will serve on the National Labor Relations Board.

    Updated Dec. 19, 2025
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    Lovesac reshores key manufacturing process

    The direct-to-consumer furniture retailer plans to start domestic production of core inserts for its primary product line.

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    Hyundai Steel brings in $582M Posco investment for Louisiana mill

    As global automakers in the U.S. seek domestic supply, steel manufacturers are moving in. The electric arc furnace project will supply steel plates for automakers such as Hyundai and Kia.

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    Sensor maker Luminar Technologies files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, pursues chip business sale

    The company plans to sell Luminar Semiconductors, Inc. for $110 million and restructure its debt after losing a major contract with automaker Volvo.

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    Manufacturers plan price hikes over reshoring to combat tariff effects

    Industry leaders are displaying “slight optimism” for next year, with increased projections for revenue and capital spending as trade uncertainty settles, according to ISM’s Supply Chain Planning Forecast.

  • Doug Field, Ford's chief EV, digital and design officer, speaks at a presentation in August 2025 announcing the automaker's new Universal EV Platform.
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    Ford scraps EV plans, shifts to hybrids, EREVs and low-cost models

    The automaker will focus its North American EV development on a new family of smaller, highly efficient and less expensive models.

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    Semiconductor industry most concerned by tariffs, trade policy: KPMG

    For the first time, supply chain issues overtook talent as industry leaders’ top concern, according to the advisory firm’s 21st annual Global Semiconductor Outlook.

  • Roomba robot vacuums made by iRobot are displayed on a shelf at a Target store.
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    Roomba maker files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, seeks acquisition by contract manufacturer

    iRobot has struggled with sales in recent years amid growing foreign competition and supply chain issues. A China-based manufacturer is looking to buy the company.

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    Nissan names VP to oversee US manufacturing overhaul

    Victor Taylor will lead operational changes across all three of Nissan's U.S. plants while leading the automaker’s supply chain and production engineering.

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    LS Cable & System to invest additional $689M in Virginia

    The South Korea-based company is building a manufacturing complex to be operated through three of its subsidiaries in Chesapeake. 

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    Foxconn and Anthro Energy among latest companies to invest in US facilities

    Beverage maker Swire Coca-Cola and tractor firm Bad Boy Mowers are also investing in manufacturing facilities to expand domestic production.