Economist Krugman Says NAFTA Wasn't Great, But Not Demonic

Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman comments on NAFTA and President Donald Trump's tax policies during an interview.

Feb 23rd, 2017

7 Actions Manufacturers Need to Take Now

7 Actions Manufacturers Need to Take Now

This new industry playbook gives you the seven actions manufacturers need to take to move their companies in the right direction.

This photo provided by CeanOrrett shows a Breeze aircraft. Two new U.S. airlines are planning on starting service this spring, tapping into the travel recovery that is picking up speed. Breeze Airways is next up, the latest creation of David Neeleman, who founded JetBlue Airways more than 20 years ago.

2 New Airlines Await Americans Looking to Fly

Two new leisure-oriented airlines await the resurgence of air travel.

In this aerial photo, mid-sized pickup trucks and full-size vans are seen in a parking lot outside a General Motors assembly plant where they are produced Wednesday, March 24, 2021, in Wentzville, Mo. The global shortage of semiconductors is forcing General Motors to further cut production at six North American factories as chip supplies seem to be growing tighter. The shutdowns likely will crimp dealer inventory of vehicles made at the plants, but GM says it has managed to keep factories humming that make hot-selling and profitable full-size pickup trucks and SUVs.

GM, Ford Add to Production Cuts Amid Chip Shortage

The shutdowns likely will crimp dealer inventory.

A Target in Sheridan, Colorado, was very low on paper towels in November 2020.

Why You Should Expect More Suez-Like Supply Chain Disruptions

And shortages at your local grocery store.

The unmanned Dutch cargo ship Eemslift Hendrika rolls in heavy seas, carrying heavy oil and diesel on board in the Norwegian Sea about 130 kilometers (80 miles) off the coast of Alesund. The crew was evacuated following a distress call from the vessel, and the Norwegian Coastal Administration said Tuesday they have dispatched a coast guard ship to inspect the situation.

Salvage Crews Secure Drifting Cargo Ship

The ship's crew of 12 was rescued by helicopter late Monday after a power outage in its main engine.

Guadalajara, Mexico.

Mexico to Strictly Limit Outsourcing

Under an agreement with business and labor groups, companies will be able to outsource only non-core activities.

The CMA CGM Argentina arrives at PortMiami, the largest container ship to call at a Florida port, Tuesday, April 6, 2021, in Miami.

US Trade Deficit Jumps 4.8%

The February goods deficit of $87.1 billion was also the highest on record.

Reactors of No. 6 and No. 7 at Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant, Niigata prefecture, Japan, Sept. 30, 2017.

Regulator Bans Nuclear Plant Restart Over Lax Safeguards

Inspectors found malfunctioning anti-terrorism equipment and inadequate protection of nuclear materials.

Toshiba Considers Going Private

The Japanese company is reportedly reviewing an $18 billion offer from a private equity group.

Beachgoers near Cairo watch a massive container ship sail to the Red Sea.

Our Global Economy Runs on Standardized Shipping Containers

As the Ever Given fiasco illustrated.

Fighter jets rely on imported critical minerals.

US Worried About Critical Mineral Supply Chains

They are essential for electric vehicles, wind power and the nation's defense.

A wall of election posters for candidates of the upcoming election to Greenland parliament, in Nuuk, Greenland, Tuesday March 30, 2021. The autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, Greenland, will hold an election to its Parliament consisting of 31 members, on April 6, 2021.

Election Shows Divide Over Rare-Earth Metals Mine

Greenland has the world’s largest undeveloped deposits of rare-earth metals.