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Canadian Hockey Stick Factory Fends Off Trump Tariffs

As Roustan Hockey faces a trade war launched by President Donald Trump, the disruption underscores the broader turmoil that’s left the Canadian economy reeling.

October 8, 2025
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Mexico Risks New Tariff Hit on $15 Billion of Truck Exports

Mexican officials vowed to push back against new tariffs the Trump administration is planning on heavy trucks, yet another hurdle the U.S. is throwing in front of its southern neighbor.

October 8, 2025
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US Sets Stage for Tariffs on Industrial Machinery, Robotics

The Trump administration launched investigations into imports of robotics, industrial machinery and medical devices, setting the stage for fresh duties.

September 24, 2025
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Alcoa CEO Warns Tariffs Will Destroy Metal Demand in US

The head of the largest U.S. aluminum producer warns import tariffs will destroy demand for American metal, contrary to the Trump administration’s claim that duties will revitalize the industry.

September 23, 2025
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US Companies Expect Lower Sales in China on Tariffs

Nearly two-thirds of the 254 companies that responded to a survey said the new tariffs have reduced expected revenue for their China operations in 2025.

September 10, 2025
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US Firm Agrees to $500M Investment in Pakistan for Minerals

A U.S. metals company signed a $500 million investment deal with Pakistan on Sept. 8.

September 8, 2025
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Trump’s Manufacturing Revival Faces Sharp Job Losses

Manufacturing payrolls fell for the fourth straight month in August, slipping by 12,000 from a month earlier, Bureau of Labor Statistics data released Sept. 5 showed.

September 5, 2025
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US Factory Activity Shrinks for Sixth Straight Month

While a slight improvement from 48 in July, details of the ISM report were mixed and the gauge remained below the level of 50 that separates expansion and contraction.

September 2, 2025
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US Manufacturing Expands at Fastest Pace Since 2022

Stronger demand is also fueling sustained inflationary pressures.

August 21, 2025
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Trump Tariffs Spur Manufacturing Boom in Puerto Rico

President Donald Trump’s “America First” tariff policies are boosting manufacturing in Puerto Rico, an island he has both attacked and claimed to help more than any other U.S. leader.

August 20, 2025