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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 -
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Quality control at BoeingBoeing 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 -
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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.”
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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 Philip Neuffer • Updated April 3, 2025 -
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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 -
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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 -
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Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of international trade actions
The U.S. has rolled out a deluge of tariffs, sparking responses from trading partners. Here's where each tariff – threatened or realized – currently stands.
By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • March 31, 2025 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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EU pushes back retaliatory tariffs on US to mid-April
The decision provides additional time for discussions with the Trump administration, according to a European Commission spokesperson.
By Philip Neuffer • March 20, 2025 -
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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 -
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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 Philip Neuffer • March 19, 2025 -
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Quality control at BoeingBoeing’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 -
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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 -
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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.
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Small Business Administration launches ‘Made in America’ manufacturing effort
Vice President JD Vance touted the administration's efforts during a visit to a Michigan plastics factory on Friday.
By Nathan Owens • March 17, 2025 -
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Manufacturers hail EPA plans to rethink particulate matter regulations
The National Association of Manufacturers, American Forest & Paper Association and others previously challenged an update to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards in court.
By Cole Rosengren • March 14, 2025 -
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Can makers say metal tariffs hurt American manufacturing
Only three domestic tin mill lines are still open in the U.S., according to a trade group.
By Maria Rachal • March 13, 2025 -
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Canada to impose 25% reciprocal tariffs following US steel, aluminum duties
The measure, which takes effect Thursday, covers nearly $30 billion in imports from the U.S., including computers and sports equipment.
By Max Garland • March 13, 2025 -
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Trump threatens 200% tariffs on European wine, champagne
The president vowed to implement the new duties if the European Union doesn’t walk back its retaliatory actions against U.S. whiskey.
By Philip Neuffer • March 13, 2025 -
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EPA launches sweeping deregulation effort on industrial emissions rules
The cross-industry actions could impact chemical manufacturers and others subject to the Clean Air Act and emissions standards.
By Kate Magill • March 12, 2025 -
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Deere shareholders vote down anti-DEI proposal
The move comes months after the tractor giant rolled back its support for “social or cultural awareness events” in July.
By Nathan Owens • March 12, 2025
