Manufacturing continues to stall as the industry grapples with tariff uncertainty: PMI

While production rose slightly in May, inventory backlogs dwindled as companies worked through stock pulled forward earlier this year ahead of tariffs.

By Kate Magill • June 2, 2025

Cost cuts, production shifts: How medtech firms are managing tariffs

Medtech manufacturers are leaning on discretionary cost cuts and sales staff reductions, making price hikes a last resort. 

By Susan Kelly • May 28, 2025

Want to transform purchasing? It starts with smart procurement strategies

Unlock efficient, compliant purchasing with smart procurement strategies built for modern teams.

May 27, 2025

SharkNinja to pull China-based manufacturing to avoid tariffs

The company has relocated its primary manufacturing operations to Southeast Asia as part of its tariff mitigation strategy, which also involves negotiating concessions with suppliers.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 20, 2025

Tariffs push manufacturing into stagnation through 2025: ISM forecast

Revenue is expected to remain flat this year as manufacturers navigate spiking prices and falling demand.

By Kate Magill • May 19, 2025

‘We’re headed in the wrong direction’: Tariffs drive up prices, hurt output: PMI

Manufacturers pulled back on production last month as the Trump administration's volatile trade policy caused consumer confusion and a drop in demand, per the Institute for Supply Management. 

By Kate Magill • May 1, 2025

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