Trump proposes weaker vehicle mileage rules, cutting climate policies
The proposal would would significantly reduce fuel economy requirements, encouraging vehicles that burn more fuel.
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Trump announces 25 percent tariffs on medium and heavy imported trucks
It is not clear if countries under trade agreements with the US would also be subjected to this new tariff.
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US takes a stake in another firm, this time a large lithium mine
Vancouver-based Lithium Americas is developing one of world’s largest lithium mines in northern Nevada.
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Trump’s latest 100 percent tariff on pharmaceuticals: What we know
The US largely imports pharmaceutical products from India and Europe.
How US tariffs are unraveling India’s textile industry
US tariffs of 50% on India have hit textile sector hard with orders stalled and businesses asked to absorb some tariffs.
‘No consignments’ to the US as tariffs hit India’s carpet industry
US tariffs have rocked India’s carpet industry as orders have nearly stalled.
Trump EPA wants to fast track permits for AI infrastructure
EPA wants to allow construction for manufacturing facilities and power plants before obtaining Clean Air Act permits.
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Canada to give automakers a break on EV sales target as US tariffs weigh
Canadian PM Carney also announced a fund of $5 billion Canadian ($3.6bn US) to help firms in sectors hurt by tariffs.
Canadian unemployment jumps to 7.1% as tariffs weigh on economy
Persistent uncertainty around US trade policy has kept Canadian businesses on tenterhooks, discouraging hiring.
Campbell’s sees tariff hit in year ahead as economic uncertainty looms
The maker of the Goldfish snack also plans to stop using artificial dyes by the second half of its 2026 fiscal year.
How rare earth shortages are stalling India’s burgeoning EV sector
China introduced restrictions on its rare earth exports in April, two days after Trump announced retaliatory tariffs.
