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July 21, 2025

U.S. Rare-Earth Magnet Imports from China Surge 660%

Beijing’s Export Curbs Ease Following Trade Framework China’s exports of rare-earth magnets to the U.S. soared in June, climbing 660% month-over-month to reach 353 metric tons, according to customs data. The jump

March 21, 2025

FedEx Shares Plunge 11% Amid Economic Uncertainty

Tariffs and Industrial Slowdown Weigh on Outlook FedEx (FDX.N) shares fell 11% on Friday after the company slashed its annual forecasts, raising concerns about the health of U.S. manufacturing. The decline follows

May 29, 2025

Best Buy Slashes Guidance as Tariffs Weigh on Earnings

Best Buy (BBY) investors woke up to disappointing news on Thursday as the retailer reported mixed earnings and lowered its forecast for 2025, citing the ongoing impact of tariffs. Shares plunged nearly

Europe Resists Trump Tariff Impact With Growth Measures

by Jamie Spencer

Lagarde says eurozone avoided major shock thanks to smart strategy The eurozone economy is showing unexpected resilience amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest wave of tariffs. European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde

October 6, 2025

Marelli Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

by Jamie Spencer

Marelli Seeks Restructuring with $1.1 Billion Financing Marelli Corp, a major supplier to Nissan, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States on Wednesday. The move follows months of uncertainty

June 11, 2025

Walmart Faces Tariff Pressures Despite Q1 Revenue Growth

by Jamie Spencer

Walmart (WMT) reported mixed results for its first-quarter earnings, navigating the challenges posed by President Trump’s tariffs. While the retailer saw a 2.5% increase in revenue to $165.6 billion, it fell short

May 15, 2025

Rising Tariffs Hit U.S. Shoppers on Temu and Shein

by Jamie Spencer

Consumers are feeling the pinch as U.S. tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump on Chinese goods are pushing up prices on popular e-commerce platforms like Temu and Shein. Rena Scott, a retired

April 30, 2025

PepsiCo Faces Challenges Amid Volatile Global Trade Conditions

by Jamie Spencer

PepsiCo, the global food and beverage giant, reported mixed quarterly results on Thursday, as international sales helped offset weaker demand in North America. Despite posting higher-than-expected revenue, the company lowered its forecast

April 24, 2025

Target Pressures Chinese Suppliers Ahead of Tariffs

by Jamie Spencer

Retailer seeks cost sharing as new duties loom Target is reportedly asking some Chinese suppliers to absorb part of the costs tied to incoming U.S. tariffs, joining other major retailers like Costco

April 1, 2025

Target Expands Marketplace, Delivery to Boost Growth

by Jamie Spencer

Target plans to accelerate growth by expanding its third-party marketplace, media network, and same-day delivery services, aiming to drive more than $15 billion in revenue growth over the next five years, the

March 4, 2025

Bank of Canada Warns U.S. Tariffs Could Permanently Hit GDP

by Jamie Spencer

BoC Flags Trade War Risks as it Cuts Rates Again The Bank of Canada (BoC) warned that a prolonged trade dispute with the United States could lead to a permanent reduction in

February 13, 2025

Temu Shifts Strategy After U.S. Ends Tax Loophole

by Jamie Spencer

Chinese online retailer Temu is promoting more products from U.S. warehouses after former President Donald Trump revoked the long-standing de minimis tax exemption. The move, part of a broader tariff increase on

February 6, 2025

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