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Hyundai CEO Says US Apologized Over ICE Raid on Factory
The September incident, which saw federal agents detain 475 workersĀ at a Hyundai-LG Energy facility, hasnāt dented Hyundaiās commitment to investing in the U.S.
November 19, 2025US Trade Deficit Narrowed in August as Imports Declined
The goods and services trade gap narrowed almost 24% from the prior month to $59.6 billion, the Commerce Department said.Ā The report was delayed from Oct. 7 by the federal government shutdown.
November 19, 2025China's Shift From Diesel Trucks Changes Global Fuel Demand
Electric trucks now outsell LNG models in China, so its demand for fossil fuels could fall, and "in other countries, it might never take off,ā according to an analyst.
November 19, 2025Tesla Approved for Autonomous Rideshare Service in Arizona
Tesla was allowed to begin offering autonomous rideshare service in Arizona, clearing the way for its nascent robotaxi business to expand to a new state.
November 19, 2025NTSB Finds 2 Blackouts Disabled Ship That Hit Key Bridge
Investigator Todd Gianelloni said the NTSB believes that if the crew had used infrared thermal imaging to inspect the connections, theĀ loose critical wireĀ might have been discovered ahead of time.Ā
November 18, 2025Judge Backs Yellow Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Plan
Hedge fund MFN and its affiliate objected to confirmation of the plan because they believe the unsecured creditors will have too much influence on where the funds are dispersed.
November 18, 2025Analyst Says Machinery Maker Caterpillar Isn't AI Darling
Caterpillar was always an unlikely winner in the AI craze. It makes the bulk of its money selling the equipment like yellow earth movers that has made it a stalwart of American industry.
November 18, 2025CBP Sting in New York Hands 30 CDL Holders to ICE
The Nov. 8-11 dragnet, called Operation Bear Cave, focused on intercepting immigrants holding state-issued CDLs but who lacked permanent legal status driving commercial vehicles.
November 18, 2025China Ramps Up Purchases of US Soybeans After Pause in Trade
The U.S. Department of Agriculture on Nov. 18 announced the sale of 792,000 tons of soybeans to China for the 2025-2026 marketing year, the biggest daily purchase in two years.
November 18, 2025Kroger Closes 3 Automated Fulfillment Centers
Kroger said it will close facilities in Pleasant Prairie, Wis.; Frederick, Md.; and Groveland, Fla., in January, and will monitor the performance of its five remaining facilities.
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