Trump orders review of Nippon-US Steel deal

The 45-day review renews the possibility that the Japan-based firm could acquire the American steelmaker.

By Kate Magill • April 8, 2025

Trump threatens 50% tariff on China if retaliatory duties stay

The president said China, which vowed to fight the action, has until Tuesday to back off from its plan for 34% tariffs on U.S. imports.

By Max Garland • Updated April 8, 2025

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Navigating Manufacturing Compliance Trends

Manufacturers must manage a quickly evolving landscape of regulations for packaging, chemicals, labor and more.

By Manufacturing Dive staff

What’s influencing Trump’s trade strategies?

Findings from a trade review completed last week hint at the future direction of the president's policies.

By Phil Neuffer • April 7, 2025

China halts restrictions on US defense firms

The country suspended the import and export controls for 90 days amid ongoing trade negotiations with the United States.

By Sara Samora • Updated May 15, 2025

5 key details in Trump’s global tariffs order

The president’s latest trade actions could lead to reduced duties for Canada and Mexico, while the potential for stacking tariffs on China remains nebulous.

By Phil Neuffer • April 4, 2025

China readies 34% tariff on US imports starting April 10

The country's retaliation against President Donald Trump's trade policies builds upon previously announced duties.

By Max Garland • April 4, 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

Industry mixed on Trump’s blanket tariffs

While most are aligned with the president's efforts, manufacturers are scrambling to understand the effects of the trade duties on their operations.

By Nathan Owens • April 3, 2025

Boeing CEO says company making progress on safety changes

CEO Kelly Ortberg told senators the aircraft maker is bolstering employee training to improve production quality.

By Sara Samora • April 3, 2025

Aluminum cans, beer imports subject to 25% tariffs

The beer and can duties are separate from President Trump’s baseline tariffs. The Aluminum Association supports the move, while the Consumer Brands Association joined others in asking the administration to “fine-tune their approach.”

By Katie Pyzyk • Updated April 4, 2025

Trump installs 10% baseline tariff, country-specific duties

The president said he will levy import taxes on China, Japan and others equal to half of what they charge the U.S. based on White House calculations.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated April 3, 2025

New Mexico advances heat safety rule

If passed, the state would be the sixth to implement its own heat-related guidance, after a federal standard appears to have lost steam.

By Zachary Phillips • April 1, 2025

Ski-Doo maker BRP expects $40M impact from tariffs

Bombardier Recreational Products has been pulling forward shipments into the U.S. since December, with the aim of avoiding some tariff impacts.

By Nathan Owens • March 31, 2025

Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of US trade actions

President Donald Trump has rolled out a deluge of tariffs in his second term and is promising more. Here’s where each tariff — whether in place or proposed — currently stands.

By Phil Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • Updated Aug. 25, 2026

​US auto tariffs begin, part tariffs to start May 3

A 25% import tax is being applied to foreign vehicles, though a federal register notice clarifies foreign parts will be taxed at a later date.

By Kelly Stroh • Updated March 26, 2025

FDA delays traceability rule to contain foodborne illness outbreaks

The 30-month pause comes as major food producers, such as Boar’s Head, grapple with E. coli and listeria contamination in their supply chains.

By Sarah Zimmerman • March 26, 2025

Trump repeals Biden-era clean energy manufacturing orders

The move cuts funding for electric heat pump manufacturing, as well as solar production and biomanufacturing research and development.

By Sara Samora • March 25, 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 Phil Neuffer • March 24, 2025

EPA deregulation efforts could take months or years, experts say

The federal agency will have to undergo a rigorous process to modify or dismantle the rules as well as potentially face a legal battle.

By Sara Samora • March 24, 2025

EU moving forward with tariff countermeasures

Member countries voted in favor of implementing retaliatory actions to U.S. tariffs, starting April 15.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated April 9, 2025

Fort Worth, Texas, sues 3M, Dupont, DOD over PFAS contamination

The city said the chemical manufacturers sold and distributed PFAS-containing firefighting foam to the U.S. Navy and Air Force.

By Sara Samora • March 19, 2025

Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?

Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost-prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.

By Phil Neuffer • March 19, 2025

Boeing’s making progress on production, but obstacles could get in the way

As the company begins revving up its production after a year of quality scandals, experts say tariff uncertainty could hamper its progress.

By Sara Samora • March 18, 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

Food manufacturers seek tariff exemptions for some imports

The Consumer Brands Association, which represents PepsiCo, Conagra and Mondelēz, said ingredients such as cocoa, coffee and certain spices aren’t produced in the U.S.

By Christopher Doering • March 17, 2025