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HP responds quickly to tariff shock
The computer and printer maker expects to bypass China for nearly all U.S. imports by the end of June.
By Antone Gonsalves • June 12, 2025 -
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Trump says tariff deal with China is ‘done’
The proposed agreement, pending approval from both countries, sets 55% tariffs on imports from China and a 10% rate on U.S. products, the president said Wednesday.
By Philip Neuffer • June 11, 2025 -
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Commerce’s proposed budget takes an axe to MEP. Lawmakers say the program should be saved.
Secretary Howard Lutnick said during a Senate hearing last week that he’s determined to “reexamine and retool” outdated federal manufacturing programs.
By Kate Magill • June 11, 2025 -
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White House extends exclusions for Section 301 China tariffs
Exemptions to the duties installed during previous administrations will remain until Aug. 31, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced last week.
By Philip Neuffer • June 5, 2025 -
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Lutnick says Commerce Department ‘renegotiating’ CHIPS contracts
The Commerce Department secretary said he's looking to revamp deals that were "overly generous" as the department seeks to cut its budget by 16.5%.
By Kate Magill • June 5, 2025 -
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Packaging manufacturers worried by 50% tariffs on steel, aluminum
Doubling tariffs on metals imports risks unintended consequences throughout the packaging supply chain, according to the Can Manufacturers Institute and the Aluminum Association.
By Katie Pyzyk • June 3, 2025 -
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The Commerce Department recalled funding for 6 manufacturing tech hubs. What happens next?
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the hubs were previously awarded funding that was not actually available yet and through a rushed selection process by the Biden administration.
By Nathan Owens • June 2, 2025 -
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Minnesota is set to impose new PFAS reporting requirements in January. Manufacturers say they need more time.
Manufacturers and trade groups are urging the state to extend the forever chemicals reporting deadline, saying they need more time to sift through complex, multitiered supply chains.
By Sara Samora • May 30, 2025 -
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Nvidia logs 69% Q1 revenue jump despite Trump export controls
Despite a $4.5 billion loss due to the Trump administration's restrictions on AI chips to China, the company saw skyrocketing data center demand and continues to invest in U.S. production.
By Kate Magill • May 29, 2025 -
US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs
The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority, halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.
By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 30, 2025 -
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Boeing, DOJ reach $1.1B deal to drop plane crash criminal charges
The new deal with the Department of Justice could keep the aircraft maker from a June 23 jury trial over two fatal 737 Max aircraft crashes that killed 346 people.
By Sara Samora • May 28, 2025 -
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Experts advise manufacturers to ‘keep it calm, keep it cool’ as tariffs drive uncertainty
Conference speakers from Kearney, Specright and Streamliners Management Consulting urged companies to not act hastily in relocating their operations or cutting ties with their suppliers, saying the tariffs will eventually pass.
By Nathan Owens • May 27, 2025 -
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Trump backs Nippon-US Steel ‘planned partnership’
The president claims the $14 billion agreement will be controlled by the United States and create 70,000 jobs.
By Kate Magill • May 27, 2025 -
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Kraft Heinz confirms $3B investment in US manufacturing
The ketchup maker is aiming to offset the impact of tariffs and weak consumer spending.
By Chris Casey • May 27, 2025 -
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Incinerator test shows over 99% PFAS destruction: Veolia report
The environmental services company said its research aims to validate the technology for destroying forever chemicals.
By Megan Quinn • May 22, 2025 -
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Denka suspends production at Louisiana synthetic rubber facilities indefinitely
The cost of keeping the LaPlace site emissions-compliant led to an “extraordinary loss” of 16.1 billion yen for the Japan-based manufacturer.
By Sara Samora • May 21, 2025 -
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3M reached $450M settlement with New Jersey over alleged PFAS contamination
The agreement resolves claims involving Chemours’ Chambers Works site in Deepwater.
By Sara Samora • May 20, 2025 -
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House Republican budget proposal slashes IRA tax credits, boosts R&D expensing
The proposal from the Ways and Means Committee would expedite the phaseout of the 45X clean energy production credit.
By Kate Magill • May 15, 2025 -
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EPA’s future PFAS manufacturing effluent limitation guidelines raise new questions
The Trump administration will pursue regulations for certain manufacturers of chemicals, plastics and synthetic fibers after pausing implementation of a similar Biden-era proposal.
By April Reese • May 15, 2025 -
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Manufacturers prepare for Maine’s sweeping PFAS restrictions
Companies are pushing to replace inputs or change product labeling as they work to comply with the state’s landmark law.
By Elizabeth Gribkoff • May 13, 2025 -
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Small Business Administration boosts manufacturing funding efforts
The agency will provide up to $1.1 million to three applicants to deliver training and assistance to small manufacturers. An effort to unlock more financing for businesses is also in the works.
By Nathan Owens • May 12, 2025 -
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US, China agree to reduce tariff rates for 90 days
By Wednesday, the two countries will charge 10% baseline duties during the period and remove certain retaliatory levies that pushed rates over 100%.
By Philip Neuffer • May 12, 2025 -
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Senate Dems push for small business tariff exemption
Under a bill introduced this week, duties imposed when President Donald Trump declared a national emergency on April 2 would not apply to goods imported or used by small companies.
By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2025 -
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US semiconductor import probe looms over medtech industry
Medical device manufacturers could face increased costs if the Commerce Department's Section 232 probe leads to tariffs on chips.
By Susan Kelly • May 8, 2025 -
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US, UK agree on framework for tariff, market access deal
Although not yet legally binding, the proposed agreement outlines the potential makeup of the Trump administration’s first trade pact since unveiling its reciprocal tariff plan in April.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated May 9, 2025
