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U.S. manufacturing

Volvo Group Restructuring Moves in the US Amid Market Uncertainty

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In a global environment marked by economic uncertainty and heightened tariff restrictions under the previous Trump administration, Volvo Group $VOLV-B.ST is implementing decisive measures to adjust to the evolving market landscape. Recent statements by the North American division indicate that the company will be reducing its workforce by up to 800 employees over the next three months at three of its US plants.

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Toyota Rethinks its Game Plan: New RAV4 May Roll Off American Assembly Lines

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Toyota $7203.T is revisiting its manufacturing strategy for the wildly popular RAV4 SUV, reflecting broader shifts in global supply chains. The Japanese automotive giant is now considering localizing production of the next-generation RAV4 in the United States—a move designed to offset the risks stemming from US auto import tariffs and currency fluctuations.

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Volkswagen and Audi: Manufacturing in the US as a Response to Trade Barriers

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In the context of escalating trade tensions between the US and Europe, German automotive giant Volkswagen AG $VWAGY is considering strategic moves aimed at minimizing potential losses due to tariff measures initiated by former President Donald Trump. In an interview with Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, CEO Oliver Blume shared insights about plans to localize production of certain Audi models within the US.

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Zeon Navigates Uncertainty: A Japanese Chemical Leader's Deliberation on U.S. Expansion

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The chemical components market for batteries is undergoing significant transformation. Zeon Corporation $4205.T, well-known for its supply chain presence in the tire, electronics, and battery industries, is currently weighing the potential for expanding its manufacturing footprint in the United States. Yet, shifting economic and political conditions are prompting Zeon to reassess its long-term strategy in the American market.

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