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China's May Factory Data Misses Mark as Growth Slows
China's factory activity slowed in May, with official PMI falling and private survey missing forecasts, signaling softer industrial growth.
Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Trigger 30% Cost Surge for Medical Manufacturers
Raw material costs for medical products jump as Hormuz disruptions persist. Shipping costs double, affecting thousands of consumer goods.
Boeing Secures 200-Jet China Order, Signaling Trade Thaw
China confirms a 200-aircraft order from Boeing, marking a major trade breakthrough and boosting US manufacturing.
China's Rising Unemployment and Economic Challenges
China's unemployment edges higher amid factory cost pressures and weak retail sales, challenging economic recovery.
Rising Aluminum Prices Squeeze Auto Industry
Analysts warn that surging aluminum costs are the biggest pressure on automakers, impacting margins and vehicle prices.
Aluminum Supply Chain Costs Remain Elevated Despite Market Adjustments
Aluminum prices show persistent supply chain cost pressures, with secondary inflation factors like jet fuel and steel maintaining elevated industry expenses.