A small Vermont company, Terry Precision Cycling, is facing a tough challenge. The company's latest innovation, a high-quality bike short, is caught in the middle of a trade war. The short is made from luxurious Italian fabric and designed for ultimate comfort. However, the company imports materials from various countries, including China, which is now under heavy...
The trade policies of former President Donald Trump have already shaken up the supply chain, and experts warn that things could get worse. The effects on consumers are expected to be significant, with potential price increases and shortages of goods. The ripple effects could lead to higher unemployment, global market instability, and increased geopolitical tensions...
Flint, Michigan, is a city that has seen better days. The General Motors Flint Assembly plant is a massive factory that produces the popular Silverado truck. This plant is a big deal for Flint, a city of about 80, 000 people in the heart of Michigan's auto industry. The plant has been a steady source of jobs and economic stability for the region. The city has a hist...
The aerospace industry is a major player in U. S. manufacturing. It creates high-paying jobs and has consistently generated a significant trade surplus. Boeing, a leading company in this sector, is known for exporting billions of dollars worth of goods annually. However, President Trump's tariff policies could potentially harm Boeing and its suppliers. Trump has alr...
Business leaders are worried that ongoing port shutdowns in Vancouver and Montreal are hurting Canada's reputation and economy. Dennis Darby, head of Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, says these disruptions are happening at the worst time, with year-end deadlines and an upcoming U. S. election. He warns that continuous issues make Canada look unreliable to trading ...
A recent survey found that over 86% of healthcare providers are dealing with a shortage of intravenous fluids, or IV fluids, due to a damaged manufacturing plant in North Carolina. The plant, which produces 60% of the country's IV fluids, was hit by Hurricane Helene. IV fluids are crucial for treating dehydration and delivering medications. The survey, conducted by P...
Ever seen people rushing to stores and grabbing all the toilet paper and water they can find? That’s exactly what happened in Houston recently. But why? Well, some big ports are closed, and that’s messing up supply chains. People got scared there wouldn’t be enough stuff like toilet paper or water, so they started buying a lot more than usual. It was like the early d...