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Nippon’s US Steel acquisition: By the numbers
The company's variety of investments includes $3.1 billion in U.S. Steel's Gary, Indiana, steel mill, as well as a new project in an undecided location.
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Sponsored by ServiceNowNavigating the AI maturity curve: Transforming manufacturing operations
Cut costs, boost output: See how manufacturers are using AI to drive efficiency and ROI at every stage.
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Retrieved from Nintendo on June 09, 2025
Deep DiveNintendo launched the Switch 2 in a tariff storm. Now comes the difficult part.
The video game console maker will have to navigate the all-important peak season as reciprocal duties from the Trump administration are slated to return.
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Nippon finalizes $14B US Steel takeover
The deal gives President Donald Trump approval over key provisions of the new partnership, including any job moves, facility closures or other future acquisitions.
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Texas Instruments plans to invest $60B in semiconductor fabs
The investment will bolster U.S. manufacturing capacity for 300mm chips used by Apple, Ford, Medtronic and other customers ushering in the next wave of electronic devices.
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Otto Aviation to establish $430M manufacturing plant in Florida
The aerospace startup plans to build its Phantom 3500, a fuel-efficient new jet, at the Cecil Airport in Jacksonville.
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Is the US undermining ‘Made in America’ apparel manufacturing?
When it comes to reshoring garment production, the Trump administration’s tariffs are at odds with its immigration crackdown.
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Startup JetZero to build $4.7B factory in North Carolina
The aircraft maker plans to create 14,500 jobs as it looks to produce more fuel-efficient, spacious planes.
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Yaskawa America to expand Wisconsin plant, streamline manufacturing
The automation component manufacturer is spending $180 million to expand its Franklin site as it plans to relocate and transfer workers and production from its Illinois facilities.
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Allison Transmission acquires Dana’s off-highway unit for $2.7B
Through the purchase, the supplier aims to expand its commercial powertrain offerings to a broader global marketplace.
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Trump approves US Steel-Nippon merger
The two steel manufacturers announced $11 billion in new investments by 2028.
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Manufacturing conferences and trade shows to watch in 2025
This year’s industry events cover a variety of manufacturing trends, including recruitment and retention and the impact of AI on production.
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Deere must face FTC’s right-to-repair lawsuit, judge rules
The tractor giant’s effort to dismiss was denied last week, clearing the way for a trial expected later this year that would challenge the company’s system for repairs and services.
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Volvo to expand US construction equipment production
The expansion is part of a $261 million investment to bolster key production sites to mitigate supply chain risks as tariffs evolve and pressure companies.
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UCB to open $5B US factory
The drugmaker has yet to choose a location for the factory, which is part of the company's plan to expand its presence in the U.S. market.
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HP responds quickly to tariff shock
The computer and printer maker expects to bypass China for nearly all U.S. imports by the end of June.
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Micron expands US manufacturing commitment to $200B
The increased investment, which includes another $30 billion in expanded production and a second Idaho fab, comes as the Trump administration finalizes $275 million in CHIPS funding for the company.
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Goodyear to sell synthetic rubber business to private equity firm for $650M
The tire maker’s deal with Gemspring Capital Management includes manufacturing facilities in Houston and Beaumont, Texas, and a research and development site in Akron, Ohio.
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Trump says tariff deal with China is ‘done’
The proposed agreement, pending approval from both countries, sets 55% tariffs on imports from China and a 10% rate on U.S. products, the president said Wednesday.
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Commerce’s proposed budget takes an axe to MEP. Lawmakers say the program should be saved.
Secretary Howard Lutnick said during a Senate hearing last week that he’s determined to “reexamine and retool” outdated federal manufacturing programs.
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GM plans $4B investment to boost US manufacturing
The automaker aims to increase production of its gas-powered and electric vehicles at its Michigan, Kansas and Tennessee plants over the next two years.
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AESC halts construction on $1.6B battery cell facility in South Carolina
The BMW supplier also pulled out its plans to build a second facility for its $1.5 billion expansion at the Florence County site.
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Cargill invests $90M to automate Colorado beef plant
The technology will provide real-time production insights that can help preserve more meat per cow.
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Qualcomm to acquire Alphawave Semi for $2.4B
The San Diego-based chipmaker is looking to be a major player in the growth of data centers with its latest acquisition.
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Spirit AeroSystems to furlough more workers at Kansas facility
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers said the temporary layoffs will impact departments regarding Boeing’s 737 aircraft.
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Nissan, Bridgestone confirm layoffs in May amid uncertain demand
Serta Simmons Bedding and contract manufacturer Lacroix Electronics were among other manufacturers who cut jobs last month as consumer demand remains uncertain.
