Will the UK's solar power boom be built on the back of slave labour?The UK's clean energy transition could be reliant on modern slavery linked to solar panel manufacturing.Debate highlights concerns over supply chains that include materials sourced unethically.
UK ministers vow to tackle forced labour in supply chains to mollify MPsThe UK government commits to addressing forced labor in supply chains after removing legal protections from the Great British Energy bill.
Labour facing defeat in vote to ban green energy investments tied to Xinjiang slaveryGovernment likely to face defeat over an amendment preventing public funds from supporting companies involved in forced labor during the green energy transition.
Will the UK's solar power boom be built on the back of slave labour?The UK's clean energy transition could be reliant on modern slavery linked to solar panel manufacturing.Debate highlights concerns over supply chains that include materials sourced unethically.
UK ministers vow to tackle forced labour in supply chains to mollify MPsThe UK government commits to addressing forced labor in supply chains after removing legal protections from the Great British Energy bill.
Labour facing defeat in vote to ban green energy investments tied to Xinjiang slaveryGovernment likely to face defeat over an amendment preventing public funds from supporting companies involved in forced labor during the green energy transition.
Buying a Car? Trump's Tariffs Could Make It More Expensive.Tariffs threaten to significantly increase new car prices and complicate the already challenging car shopping experience.
The Problem With Car Tariffs: What's an Import?Trump's tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods may significantly impact U.S. automakers and car buyers due to complex supply chains.
How the U.S. Auto Industry Could Be Collateral Damage in Trump's Trade WarsTrump's proposed tariffs threaten the American auto industry by disrupting supply chains and increasing car prices.
Rivian CEO Sounds The Alarm On Trump's TariffsRivian's CEO R.J. Scaringe emphasizes the greater threat of proposed tariffs over EV tax credits.
What Trump's tariffs will mean for your walletU.S. supply chains face pricing power challenges due to tariffs, impacting profit margins and consumer behavior.
ANALYSIS | Is there such a thing as a Made in America car anymore? | CBC NewsThe idea of manufacturing 'Made in America' cars is outdated due to interconnected supply chains across North America.
Buying a Car? Trump's Tariffs Could Make It More Expensive.Tariffs threaten to significantly increase new car prices and complicate the already challenging car shopping experience.
The Problem With Car Tariffs: What's an Import?Trump's tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods may significantly impact U.S. automakers and car buyers due to complex supply chains.
How the U.S. Auto Industry Could Be Collateral Damage in Trump's Trade WarsTrump's proposed tariffs threaten the American auto industry by disrupting supply chains and increasing car prices.
Rivian CEO Sounds The Alarm On Trump's TariffsRivian's CEO R.J. Scaringe emphasizes the greater threat of proposed tariffs over EV tax credits.
What Trump's tariffs will mean for your walletU.S. supply chains face pricing power challenges due to tariffs, impacting profit margins and consumer behavior.
ANALYSIS | Is there such a thing as a Made in America car anymore? | CBC NewsThe idea of manufacturing 'Made in America' cars is outdated due to interconnected supply chains across North America.
Foxconn unveils FoxBrain: competition for DeepSeekFoxconn's FoxBrain LLM aims to revolutionize manufacturing and supply chains in Taiwan with advanced AI capabilities.
India's growing reliance on China poses challenge for U.S. trade strategyIndia's dependence on Chinese imports increases even as American businesses look to relocate manufacturing from China to India.
Foxconn unveils FoxBrain: competition for DeepSeekFoxconn's FoxBrain LLM aims to revolutionize manufacturing and supply chains in Taiwan with advanced AI capabilities.
India's growing reliance on China poses challenge for U.S. trade strategyIndia's dependence on Chinese imports increases even as American businesses look to relocate manufacturing from China to India.
Navigating the early stages of a supply chain startup: Key challenges and how to overcome them - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comSupply chains drive businesses but are prone to challenges that can destabilize operations, especially for startups.
When did we fall out of love with globalization? New rules break the traditional China-led patternGlobal tensions and supply chain vulnerabilities are prompting countries to rethink reliance on distant production.Economic security is becoming prioritized over globalization, with growing tariffs and domestic manufacturing.
German carmakers on edge as US port workers strike DW 10/02/2024A strike by 45,000 port workers could severely disrupt supplies and impact global trade, particularly affecting German automakers reliant on U.S. exports.
European Automakers May Feel The Heat Amid Dockworkers StrikeThe dockworkers strike poses a significant risk to the auto industry due to its reliance on global supply chains for parts and vehicle deliveries.
Navigating the early stages of a supply chain startup: Key challenges and how to overcome them - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comSupply chains drive businesses but are prone to challenges that can destabilize operations, especially for startups.
When did we fall out of love with globalization? New rules break the traditional China-led patternGlobal tensions and supply chain vulnerabilities are prompting countries to rethink reliance on distant production.Economic security is becoming prioritized over globalization, with growing tariffs and domestic manufacturing.
German carmakers on edge as US port workers strike DW 10/02/2024A strike by 45,000 port workers could severely disrupt supplies and impact global trade, particularly affecting German automakers reliant on U.S. exports.
European Automakers May Feel The Heat Amid Dockworkers StrikeThe dockworkers strike poses a significant risk to the auto industry due to its reliance on global supply chains for parts and vehicle deliveries.
Is the US-Ukraine mineral deal a win-win agreement?Ukraine collaborates with the US to exploit critical minerals, crucial for tech and military, in exchange for security guarantees and weapon funds.
What are Ukraine's critical minerals actually worth? No one knows.Ukraine's mineral wealth could significantly enhance U.S. supply chains, but the investment risks are high given security uncertainties.
Is the US-Ukraine mineral deal a win-win agreement?Ukraine collaborates with the US to exploit critical minerals, crucial for tech and military, in exchange for security guarantees and weapon funds.
What are Ukraine's critical minerals actually worth? No one knows.Ukraine's mineral wealth could significantly enhance U.S. supply chains, but the investment risks are high given security uncertainties.
Cold War History Offers the Solution to the Looming Global Race for Critical MineralsThe global competition for critical minerals is intensifying due to rising demand from renewable energy technologies and geopolitical tensions, particularly between the U.S. and China.
Crude oil prices volatile and at risk - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comGeopolitical risks are influencing crude oil prices, with potential supply disruptions creating a bullish outlook for the near term.
Cold War History Offers the Solution to the Looming Global Race for Critical MineralsThe global competition for critical minerals is intensifying due to rising demand from renewable energy technologies and geopolitical tensions, particularly between the U.S. and China.
Crude oil prices volatile and at risk - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comGeopolitical risks are influencing crude oil prices, with potential supply disruptions creating a bullish outlook for the near term.
An Early-Warning System Will Make Your Supply Chain More ResilientSupply chain resilience is crucial, but many companies remain unprepared for disruptions despite taking action.
The US-China tech race is moving from chips to the raw materials they're made ofChina's dominance in rare earths intensifies the tech war with the US, impacting global supply chains for semiconductors and other technologies.
Canada orders binding arbitration to end port lockoutCanada's government is intervening in port workers' lockouts due to the significant economic impact of $930 million in goods affected daily.
A trifecta of global crises could snarl supply chains and increase pricesThe US economy faces severe threats from Hurricane Helene, a dockworkers' strike, and escalating Middle East conflict, potentially derailing its recovery.
Canada orders binding arbitration to end port lockoutCanada's government is intervening in port workers' lockouts due to the significant economic impact of $930 million in goods affected daily.
A trifecta of global crises could snarl supply chains and increase pricesThe US economy faces severe threats from Hurricane Helene, a dockworkers' strike, and escalating Middle East conflict, potentially derailing its recovery.
Digital Twins Can Help You Make Better Strategic DecisionsGenerative AI combined with digital twin technology democratizes advanced modeling, allowing SMEs to analyze and predict organizational changes effectively.
How Globalization Has Changed Strategic PlanningThe article emphasizes the importance of localization for companies navigating a globalized and unpredictable business environment.
Digital Twins Can Help You Make Better Strategic DecisionsGenerative AI combined with digital twin technology democratizes advanced modeling, allowing SMEs to analyze and predict organizational changes effectively.
How Globalization Has Changed Strategic PlanningThe article emphasizes the importance of localization for companies navigating a globalized and unpredictable business environment.
Portex founder Brittany Ennix learned the importance of supply chains from Uber and Flexport | TechCrunchEnnix aims to streamline supply chain management for small and mid-sized businesses through her company Portex, enhancing efficiency and accessibility.
Trudeau says government will have more to say soon about resolving rail shutdown | CBC NewsTrudeau's government is actively addressing a historic railway shutdown affecting supply chains in Canada.
Americans are refusing to keep paying high prices and that may be killing the U.S. inflation spikeConsumers' price sensitivity has contributed to lowering inflation, returning to pre-pandemic norms.
Why Is Car Insurance So Expensive?Car insurance prices have risen sharply due to various factors, impacting inflation rates and potentially keeping interest rates higher.
Top economists give clues on what's next for global inflationTo achieve the 'last mile' of lowering inflation, understanding its rapid increase is critical, as recent shocks came from factors like disrupted supply chains and geopolitical events.
Americans are refusing to keep paying high prices and that may be killing the U.S. inflation spikeConsumers' price sensitivity has contributed to lowering inflation, returning to pre-pandemic norms.
Why Is Car Insurance So Expensive?Car insurance prices have risen sharply due to various factors, impacting inflation rates and potentially keeping interest rates higher.
Top economists give clues on what's next for global inflationTo achieve the 'last mile' of lowering inflation, understanding its rapid increase is critical, as recent shocks came from factors like disrupted supply chains and geopolitical events.
Cyber security plan to deal with IT outage crisis was delayed because of electionThe delay in implementing cyber security recommendations led to vulnerabilities in large organizations and major IT outages.
Company insolvencies rise by almost a fifthCompany insolvencies hit a 30-year high due to various economic factors, impacting large employers and supply chains.
EV tax credit rules get extension in big win for automakersExtended EV tax credit rules with mineral exemptions influence U.S. automakers' supply chains and foreign material dependency, affecting consumer EV purchases.