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Soybeans Surge as US-China Talks Spur Hope for Trade Revival

Agricultural trade was among a range of issues that American and Chinese negotiators said they came to terms on, setting the table for leaders Donald Trump and Xi Jinping to finalize a deal.

October 27, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

China’s $1B of Daily US Exports Gives Xi Bargaining Power

Tariffs appear somewhat limited in their ability to control what American firms import, as China’s sway over sectors such as rare earths and electronics makes its products hard to dislodge.

October 22, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

Trump Lists Top Demands on China Before Trade Talks Resume

The president listed rare earths, fentanyl and soybeans as the U.S.’s top issues with China just before the two sides return to the negotiating table this week in Malaysia. 

October 20, 2025
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White House Details Trump’s New Truck Tariffs

Truck imports that qualify for relief under the U.S.-Canada-Mexico trade agreement will be exempt from the charges, but not buses, according to the fact sheet.

October 18, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

Kentucky — and Its Ford Plant — on Front Lines of Trade War

Sen. Rand Paul says constituents tell him "tariffs are killing the bourbon industry" and "the cargo transport industry."

October 14, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

First Brands CEO Patrick James Resigns After Bankruptcy

The work of untangling the company’s finances is left to Charles Moore, a restructuring expert hired last month during rushed negotiations between the company and its top creditors.

October 14, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

First Brands Exposure of $1.75 Billion Hits Japanese Venture

A joint venture between Norinchukin Bank and Japanese trading house Mitsui & Co. faces $1.75 billion of exposure to bankrupt auto parts supplier First Brands Group, court documents show.

October 9, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

Stellantis Plans $10 Billion in US Investments, Reports Say

Stellantis is focused on reclaiming the success of the Jeep brand and considering fresh investment into Dodge, which could result in a new Dodge V8 muscle car, and possibly the Chrysler brand.

October 6, 2025
GovernmentBusinessFuel

OPEC+ Nations Strive for Agreement on Size of Next Oil Hike

OPEC+ nations are trying to reach consensus on how to adjust their oil production next month, with either a modest or more substantial supply increase possible, delegates said.

October 3, 2025
BusinessSafetyFuel

Chevron Refinery Fire Near Los Angeles Extinguished

Chevron Corp.’s El Segundo refinery in Los Angeles County has extinguished a fire that broke out the night of Oct. 2 and shut multiple units.

October 3, 2025