Manufacturing

Manufacturing sector news can be a leading indicator for supply chain managers looking for information about supplier capacity, production challenges, inventory tactics, and other operations trends. Are you a manufacturing executive looking for further coverage of the sector? See our sister publication manufacturingdive.com.

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    Campbell’s turns to suppliers to help ease tariff costs

    The global food conglomerate's strategy also includes alternative sourcing, product cost optimization and, possibly, higher prices.

    By • June 13, 2025
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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.

    By • June 12, 2025
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    Mizuno to phase out kangaroo leather

    The company said it planned to gradually stop using the marsupial skin in its products but didn’t give a specific timeline.

    By Lara Ewen • June 12, 2025
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    GM is investing $4B in three plants to boost domestic production

    The automaker says the investments will provide it with the capacity to build 2 million vehicles a year in the U.S.

    By • June 11, 2025
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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.

    By • June 11, 2025
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    Trump’s tariffs can stay while appeal weighed, court rules

    Oral arguments are tentatively set for July 31 in the case, which is centered around the president’s authority to impose sweeping duties.

    By • June 11, 2025
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    J&J may take a softer tariff hit after US-China pause, CFO says

    Joseph Wolk said the company’s tariff estimate is a “moving target” as U.S. trade talks and Section 232 investigations continue.

    By Susan Kelly • June 9, 2025
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    Lucid signs US graphite supply deal for EV batteries

    The agreement with Graphite One builds on a 2024 pact between the two companies and is expected to begin providing EV battery materials to the carmaker in 2028.

    By • Updated June 6, 2025
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    White House extends exclusions for Section 301 China tariffs

    Exemptions to the duties installed during previous administrations will remain until Aug. 31, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced last week.

    By • June 5, 2025
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    Human rights abuse documented in global leather supply chain

    A new report from the Fair Labor Association uncovered violations including child labor and discrimination while offering solutions on how to adopt better traceability standards.

    By Howard Ruben • June 4, 2025
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    Ralph Lauren tackles tariffs with agile supply chain

    The fashion brand can shuffle manufacturing across a network that spans five continents to mitigate the impact of tariffs on costs, said CFO Justin Picicci.

    By • June 4, 2025
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    Manufacturing continues to stall as the industry grapples with tariff uncertainty: PMI

    While production rose slightly, inventory backlogs dwindled as companies worked through stock pulled forward ahead of tariffs earlier this year. 

    By • June 2, 2025
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    Asics stops kangaroo skin usage, following Adidas

    The Japan-based athleticwear company plans to end its use of k-leather by the end of 2025.

    By Lara Ewen • June 2, 2025
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    Trump to increase steel, aluminum tariffs to 50%

    The president announced the tariff hikes while touting Nippon Steel’s proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel during a rally in Pittsburgh.

    By • Updated June 3, 2025
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    Clarios plans $1B plant to shore up US critical mineral supply

    The facility would recycle metalloid antimony to boost U.S. battery production.

    By • May 30, 2025
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    Kraft Heinz confirms $3B investment in US manufacturing

    The ketchup maker is aiming to offset the impact of tariffs and weak consumer spending.

    By Chris Casey • May 30, 2025
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    Canada Goose: Vertical manufacturing an edge against tariffs

    Making goods in-house shielded the company from the brunt of tariffs, but not nervous consumers.

    By • May 29, 2025
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    US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs

    The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority, halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.

    By • Updated May 29, 2025
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    Dole picks Del Monte exec as supply chain VP

    Todd Stillwell has held various corporate positions focused on managing logistics networks, direct delivery fleets and third-party distribution.

    By • May 27, 2025
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    Under Armour takes multipronged approach to tariff strategy

    The activewear brand's efforts to diversify sourcing is helping it minimize country-specific tariff exposure, CFO Dave Bergman said.

    By • May 22, 2025
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    Subaru weighs options to curtail a potential $2.5B tariff hit

    The automaker’s Indiana plant, which now makes around 350,000 vehicles a year, has capacity to ramp up production, a company spokesperson said.

    By • May 22, 2025
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    Commerce Department asks automakers for supply chain data for tariff evaluations

    The federal agency will require submissions of information such as declared customs value of imports and country of final assembly for carmakers to qualify for reduced duty rates.

    By • May 21, 2025
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    Stanley Black & Decker raises prices to mitigate tariff impacts

    The company is also making supply chain moves to become more compliant with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement and reduce its manufacturing footprint in China.

    By Nathan Owens • May 20, 2025
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    SharkNinja to pull China-based manufacturing to avoid tariffs

    The company has relocated its primary manufacturing operations to Southeast Asia as part of its tariff mitigation strategy, which also involves negotiating concessions with suppliers.

    By • May 19, 2025
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    Utz’s supply chain overhaul helps nullify tariff impact

    The food manufacturer said it's largely insulated from the levies given its domestic production.

    By • May 19, 2025