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Initial signals indicate the leaders are readying a pact that could see a rollback of some tariffs, fees and export restrictions threatened or implemented in recent months.
Trump sidestepped the question of how long he felt extending the deadline was appropriate. He said existing tariff rates were sufficient to convince car companies to move manufacturing to the U.S.
Exxon Mobil, Chevron, Shell, BP and TotalEnergies will likely grow output 4.7% in 2026. The increases appear designed to capitalize on an expected oil price upturn in the latter half of 2026.
South Korea Policy Chief Kim Yong-beom said that Seoul would spend $150 billion on shipbuilding in the U.S. and provide $200 billion in cash under an investment pledge.
Chinese and U.S. officials reached a broad framework agreement over the weekend in Malaysia, paving the way for Chinese leader Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump to finalize a trade deal.
The total includes 3,400 workers that were furloughed over the summer at its Factory Zero plant in Detroit, where the electric Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra and Hummer EVs are made.
Trump Tightens Oil Sanctions to Push Putin Toward Talks
Crude prices jumped after the sanctions announcement, but market reaction has been muted amid confusion over just how seriously the White House would enforce the new measures.
Rivian Won’t Tap US Loan Until New Plant Built, CFO Says
CFO Claire McDonough said the EV maker anticipates starting construction on the Georgia factory next year and seeking reimbursement from a Department of Energy loan once it’s completed.
Boston Weighs Clampdown on Robotaxis in Threat to Waymo
The autonomous cars wouldn’t be allowed to operate unless a human safety operator is inside the vehicle and able to intervene, according to the proposed ordinance.
Uber Rolls Out in San Francisco With Lucid, Nuro Robotaxis
The move is a step toward Uber challenging Alphabet’s Waymo, whose driverless taxis have become ubiquitous in San Francisco. Road testing is underway.
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