Trump softens tariffs on auto parts for US-assembled cars

The president will allow automakers to offset some costs while clarifying that potentially overlapping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, steel and aluminum will not stack.

By Philip Neuffer • April 29, 2025

What does the US import from China?

Over $400 billion worth of goods were imported from China in 2024, with electronics, toys, furniture and machinery topping the list.

By Edwin Lopez • April 29, 2025

Tracking tariffs: The latest frontier in AI

Avanade, Enterra and others are rolling out new tools to help manufacturers track the impact of tariffs on their supply costs and improve decision-making. 

By Nathan Owens • April 24, 2025

Commerce finalizes tariff rates on solar imports from Southeast Asia

The 3,403.96% subsidy rate set for four Cambodian solar exporters is “among the highest rates I've ever seen,” said American Alliance for Solar Manufacturing Trade Committee attorney Tim Brightbill.

By Diana DiGangi • April 24, 2025

Auto manufacturers: US tariff policies ‘will scramble the global automotive supply chain’

In a letter to the Trump administration, industry leaders say recent actions will increase costs and eliminate jobs.

By Larry Avila • April 23, 2025

Food manufacturers look to stay agile amid tariff uncertainty, experts say

Supply chain leaders from Del Monte Foods and McCormick & Co. said they are making supplier adjustments and contingency plans to weather the storm.

By Nathan Owens • April 10, 2025

How COVID-19 changed US manufacturing: 5 years later

After the chaos of the pandemic, manufacturers learned to lean into supplier relationships and supply chain resiliency to avoid future disruptions.

By Nathan Owens • April 7, 2025

Securing supply chains: The rise of friendshoring in modern manufacturing

Friendshoring: the key to resilient supply chains in modern manufacturing.

By Ryan Farlow, Industrials Senior Analyst • April 7, 2025

A ‘wobbly’ moment in business: Manufacturers face life under Trump’s tariffs

Companies are pushing to be more agile and flexible as the Trump administration’s baseline 10% tariff takes effect, but challenges loom ahead.

By Kate Magill • April 4, 2025

Redwood Materials, Isuzu to collaborate on recycled EV batteries

The partnership builds on the auto manufacturer’s plans to localize its supply chain in North America.

By Sara Samora • April 2, 2025

Manufacturing economy stalls amid tariff confusion: PMI

The industry is bracing for the impact of the Trump administration's upcoming "Liberation Day," on April 2, set to bring a slew of widespread tariffs.

By Kate Magill • April 1, 2025

Trump orders review of domestic critical mineral production

Federal agencies must identify lands and projects that can be developed immediately, per an executive order signed Thursday.

By Philip Neuffer • March 24, 2025

Tariff uncertainty sparks manufacturing anxiety, especially among small firms

Shifting foreign suppliers could become more difficult as the Trump administration continues to enact new widespread tariff policies.

By Kate Magill • March 17, 2025

Corning, Suniva and Heliene form US solar supply chain

The companies aim to produce a module made with polysilicon, wafers and cells manufactured in the U.S.

By Sara Samora • Updated March 13, 2025

Manufacturing is on the rebound, but tariffs threaten growth: PMI

Production and demand rose last month as customers rushed to put in new orders ahead of the Trump administration's levies. The bump, however, could prove short-lived as prices spike amid tariff-induced inflation. 

By Kate Magill • March 3, 2025

GlobalFoundries, Analog Devices push diversification as tariffs loom

Chipmakers are under renewed supply chain pressure following the Trump administration's plan for a 25% levy on semiconductors.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 21, 2025

Isuzu to establish $280 million commercial EV South Carolina plant

The automaker’s investment will convert the Piedmont facility to manufacture gas and battery-powered N-series and diesel-powered F-series trucks.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 21, 2025

Lyten inks deals with sulfur suppliers for battery manufacturing

The agreements secure domestic sourcing for the California company’s cost-effective lithium-sulfur technology.

By Nathan Owens • Feb. 19, 2025

Steel tariffs could drive up domestic prices and capacity, but unlikely to create jobs

Manufacturers should be prepared to shift suppliers or pass on higher prices to consumers, according to one industry expert.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 12, 2025

Mondelēz, Hershey pressured by a prolonged spike in cocoa prices

The Oreo maker warned of “unprecedented” inflation for the commodity that would reduce its earnings, while the Kisses giant cautioned of a disconnect between fundamentals and market price.

By Christopher Doering • Feb. 7, 2025

Manufacturing reenters growth mode in January as demand, production improve: PMI

The news signifies a return to growth after more than two years. Many manufacturers are bracing, however, for possible fallout from the Trump administration’s recent tariff proposals.

By Kate Magill • Feb. 4, 2025

Canada strikes back with 25% tariffs on select US goods

The tariffs will target $155 billion worth of goods, such as orange juice, beer and motorcycles, with some duties starting Feb. 4.

By Edwin Lopez • Feb. 2, 2025

Trump issues tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

The president ordered an additional 10% duty on goods from China and 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, though Canadian energy resources will face a lower rate.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated Feb. 1, 2025

MP Materials begins rare earth metal production

The mining company’s Fort Worth, Texas, facility will make magnets and metals used in vehicles, drones, robotics and electronics.

By Joelle Anselmo • Jan. 29, 2025

Treasury finalizes guidance for IRA’s tech neutral, clean electricity tax credits

Industry stakeholders are praising the credits as "game-changing" to better incentivize solar and storage projects to use U.S.-made components.

By Diana DiGangi • Jan. 13, 2025