Despite the posturing of U.S. auto giants, the Trump administration is likely to lead to higher input costs, which could moderate the demand of SUVs, which is currently on a high, due to higher prices. According to a person who… Read More ›
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Davos study finds $12 trillion can be unlocked by developing UN’s Sustainable Development Goals
The study finds that reducing food wastage and carbon trading alone could reap in $405 billion globally. Going by a study done by global leaders in business and finance, by implementing a few key developments goals, companies across the globe… Read More ›
U.S. eyeing Britain’s market with a quick deal after Brexit
After Brexit with a disconnected Britain peering for a major trading partner, Donald Trump aims to fill that void with U.S. manufactured goods. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has shot off yet salvo, saying ultimately Brexit will turn out to be… Read More ›
Ford expects increased costs in 2017, more profits in 2018
Increased costs due to factors, including those related to the outcome of the U.S. elections as well as those related to the challenges of self-driving cars are likely to push up Ford Motor’s costs in 2017. GM, however, has provided… Read More ›
Boeing set to trim workforce in 2017
It would not be surprising if Boeing’s management had gauged Donald Trump’s protective policies early on and had let it be known that it would be trimming its workforce. After all, during the campaign trail Trump had been very loud… Read More ›
VW’s executive arrested in Florida on charges of fraud
The timing of the arrest is unusual given the extensive negotiations VW has had with U.S officials on ways to surmount and move past the diesel emission. The New York Times has reported that the Federal Bureau of Investigation has… Read More ›
American Apparel’s branding theme could potentially create pressure points for its acquirer
With Donald Trump pressurizing companies to subscribe to his agenda, American companies such as Amazon.com and Forever 21, could succumb to cost conscious competitor such as Canada’s Gildan Activewear Inc. According to sources familiar with the discussion at hand, online… Read More ›
Takata appears eager to settle DoJ probe before Obama leaves office
Takata’s inflator for airbags affect 42 million vehicles in the U.S. alone. This will make it the largest ever recall in U.S. history. Japanese airbag manufacturer Takata whose defective air bags have been linked to 11 deaths in the United… Read More ›
Boeing bags IranAir deal by giving 50% discount
Following the partial lifting of U.S. led sanctions, Iran presents itself as a huge economic opportunity. While Boeing’s deal has been made possible by outgoing U.S. President Barrack Obama, President-elect Donald Trump is a huge critic of the U.S-Iran nuclear… Read More ›
Lockheed Martin to drive down cost of F-35 fighter jet program
The alternative to Lockheed Martin’s F-35 fighter aircraft is Boeing’s F-18, an older generation aircraft which lacks the distinctive stealth capabilities of the F-35. Marillyn Hewson, Lockheed Martin’s CEO has told U.S. President-elect, Donald Trump, that she is committed to… Read More ›