6+ hour ago   (579+ words) The changing import picture does not point to a single, uniform trend. Instead, it shows that sourcing decisions are becoming more selective. Companies may be able to move assembly or final production of some electronics, appliances, and hardware products to…...

7+ hour, 57+ min ago   (936+ words) Canada plans to implement counter-tariffs ranging from 15 to 50 percent on approximately $20 billion worth of US products, escalating trade tensions after US tariffs and stalled negotiations. Canada has confirmed that counter-tariffs on U.S. imports will take effect Tuesday, in response to US…...

3+ day, 8+ hour ago   (819+ words) President Trump’s push to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals involves a multifaceted approach, from domestic projects and technological innovations to stockpiling, highlighting a strategic but lengthy battle for supply-chain resilience. President Donald Trump has made critical minerals one…...

6+ day, 56+ min ago   (1245+ words) China’s export engine kept gaining momentum in August, sending a clear signal to manufacturers, sourcing firms, and logistics providers that overseas demand remains a key pillar supporting the world’s second-largest economy. Customs data released on Tuesday, September 8th, showed that China’s…...

6+ day, 6+ hour ago   (1098+ words) President Donald Trump opened a new front in his dispute with Canada on September 7 by threatening to shut Bombardier out of the US market unless the company manufactures locally. The warning arrived as the European Union used a high-level visit…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (1402+ words) India is holding back on finalizing its trade agreement with the United States, insisting on preferential tariff terms to gain a competitive edge over neighboring exporters like Vietnam and Bangladesh, with ongoing talks promising significant implications for global supply chains....

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (166+ words) Why Starch-Based Resins, Not PLA, Are Winning the Volume War Most industry commentary treats polylactic acid (PLA) as the default face of biodegradable plastic, largely because it dominates visible consumer packaging like clear clamshells and cutlery. The data tells a…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (419+ words) Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne said the measures would apply to roughly 700 products and reach industries ranging from steel and dairy to electronics. The list also includes frozen and fresh fish, consumer goods such as dishwashers and washing machines, and industrial…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (126+ words) The US Treasury has expanded its sanctions against Iran’s oil and financial networks, encompassing over 60 entities and vessels, while deliberately avoiding penalties on key Chinese banks to prevent escalating tensions with Beijing, highlighting a layered approach to economic pressure and…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (106+ words) Global Sources As you were browsing something about your browser made us think you were a bot. There are a few reasons this might happen: - You're a power user moving through this website with super-human speed. - A third-party browser plugin,…...