As a mom of two elementary-aged boys, birthday parties have become a pretty regular part of life around here. We celebrated one in April, and I’m already planning another one later this month. Somewhere between … Read More

South Carolina has a long history of “Buy American” politics, often with bipartisan support. But a bill that could pass this year represents one of the state’s clearest attempts to extend those mandates to locally … Read More

Kroger Co.’s new chief executive officer is looking at big price cuts in order to win back market share and take on his former employer, Walmart Inc., and other competitors. The largest US grocery company, … Read More

Everlane, a company that promised shoppers affordable and ethically defensible clothing, may be over as customers have known it. Shoppers are rattled by reports that Everlane, the former direct-sales retailer that promised sustainably made clothes, … Read More

Medicines company Novartis announced on April 30 plans to add a new active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) facility in Morrisville, North Carolina, as part of its previously announced $23 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing. Whirlpool Corp. … Read More

Toyota Motor Corp. has filed for approval to build a new manufacturing facility in Texas, building on momentum in the U.S. as President Donald Trump pressures carmakers to bolster domestic production. The site would be … Read More

U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) has introduced the Coast Guard Personnel Equipment Act, which would require all U.S. Coast Guard uniforms to be produced within the United States. Under existing law, every branch of … Read More

When it comes to backyard swing sets, there are plenty of Made in America options. The weather’s getting warmer, and with it comes more outdoor play opportunities for kids. In an era of screen time, … Read More

For years, imported cabinetry became the default sourcing strategy across much of the multifamily industry. Lower overseas pricing, large-scale volume, and established supply channels pushed much of the market toward imported product. Today, that conversation … Read More

Under Nissan’s America-first strategy, the automaker reduced its tariff exposure by $2.3 billion in its last fiscal year, cutting its potential tariff burden by 61% after the import duties took effect in April 2025. That … Read More

Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Steve Daines (R-MN) announced that their “Build More Hydro” bill has been signed into law by President Trump. The bill, S.1020, allows the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) … Read More

Notably, the bill does not impose a sweeping ban on Chinese ownership of U.S. farmland or adopt most recommendations from the National Farm Security Action Plan. It does, however, introduce several provisions that will affect … Read More

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on social media that all federal agencies must prioritize purchasing American-made products, without exception. According to Odaily, Trump criticized Washington politicians for sending taxpayer money overseas for decades, benefiting foreign … Read More

Apple is taking a step toward securing future hardware production by moving away from a manufacturer model. Apple and Intel have reached a preliminary agreement for Intel to manufacture a portion of Apple’s custom chips. … Read More

A few years ago, a mid-size electronics company in Texas found itself stuck. A design flaw had slipped through on a batch of injection-molded housings. Their tooling was overseas. The fix? Eight weeks and a … Read More

If you asked me what I really want for Mother’s Day, my answer might surprise you: I would absolutely say yes to tickets to a ballgame, enjoying a hot dog, a cold beer and a … Read More

Pet stores across the country are leaning into red, white and blue merchandising as demand for “Made in the USA” pet products continues to surge. From pet food and treats to toys, grooming supplies and … Read More

The tool company made the decision based on lower demand for its iconic single-sided tape measures, saying demand for another product is growing overseas. Stanley expects to close down its plant in New Britain, Connecticut … Read More

Sub-Zero Group Inc. plans to expand its manufacturing operations in Cedar Rapids, adding capacity and jobs at its appliance production facility. The $196 million project will add about 230,000 square feet to the company’s existing … Read More

It’s a common misconception that few if any products are made in America anymore. While manufacturing has certainly been moved to other countries in recent decades, plenty of fun, delicious, and all-around awesome things are … Read More

US companies boosted payrolls in April by the most in over a year, the latest evidence of stabilization in the labor market. Private-sector payrolls rose 109,000 in April after a revised 61,000 advance in the … Read More

Imports from China in the first quarter of 2026 were 40.7% lower than last year, reflecting the shift in supply chains away from what was at one time America’s biggest trading partner. China has fallen … Read More

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) convened its flagship Annual Conference this week, bringing together leaders from across government, finance, and industry at a pivotal moment for U.S. economic competitiveness. Against the backdrop … Read More

Marilyn’s (Lakeside, Ohio) Marilyn Burns, 82, has owned and operated her local souvenir shop in the heart of Lakeside since 1999. Her store is a community staple that also funds youth camps and serves as … Read More