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Understanding the US manufacturing slowdown

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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The US manufacturing slowdown reflects structural shifts and post-boom normalisation, with rising AI investment reshaping the sector amid tariff pressures.
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Beyond campaigns: Building visibility that compounds over time

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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Canadian brands focus on authentic storytelling and earned media to build lasting visibility amid tariffs and rising costs. Short-term campaigns no longer suffice.
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Blue Yonder unveils AI-driven upgrades for resilient logistics

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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Blue Yonder launches AI-enhanced Transportation Management system to boost supply chain resilience, efficiency and sustainability amid rising operational pressures.
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AI use in finance surges as leaders focus on resilience & risk

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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AI use in finance has surged to 72%, with CFOs leveraging it for resilience, risk management, and navigating tariff-driven economic challenges.
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Linnworks appoints Jon Bahl as CEO to steer global expansion

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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Linnworks appoints Jon Bahl as CEO to lead global growth amid retail challenges, aiming to expand its commerce platform serving 4,000 customers worldwide.
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Procurement invests in AI & data to boost digital efficiency

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Over half of procurement leaders have boosted tech budgets, embracing AI and data to enhance efficiency amid rising challenges, reveals new global report.
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Fluent Commerce partners with Intelo.ai to enhance AI logistics

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Fluent Commerce partners with Intelo.ai to integrate AI agents into its order system, boosting efficiency and cutting costs amid rising US tariffs.
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Tariffs force US consumers to choose between patriotism & price

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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US tariffs push consumers to choose between patriotism and affordability, forcing tough spending decisions on essentials like food and medication.
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Rising tariffs drive North American firms to boost FX hedging

Fri, 18th Jul 2025
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Rising US tariffs have sparked a surge in FX hedging among 91% of North American firms, despite costs climbing 76%, as businesses fight currency-driven profit hits.
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Entry-level 3D printers drive market growth as high-end falters

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Global 3D printer market grew 5% in Q1 2025, driven by a 22% surge in entry-level sales amid tariff fears, while high-end segments faced decline and uncertainty.
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eflow Global launches sandbox to help reduce false positives

Fri, 4th Jul 2025
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eflow Global introduces a new Sandbox feature for TZTS Trade Surveillance, enabling firms to reduce false positives by safely testing alert thresholds with real data.
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Tariffs, recession fears & agentic AI dominate US CEO calls

Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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In Q2 2025, US CEOs focused on tariffs, recession fears and rising interest in agentic AI during earnings calls, while attention to sustainability waned.
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Consumers cut spending as inflation & tariffs hit groceries

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.
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How retailers can stay profitable amidst economic uncertainty

Thu, 5th Jun 2025
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Retailers must harness data-driven agility and real-time inventory visibility to navigate U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty while staying profitable.
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Tariff turmoil drives UK firms to lengthen FX hedges in 2025

Wed, 28th May 2025
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UK firms are extending FX hedge lengths in 2025 amid tariff-driven volatility, benefiting from a weaker US dollar and favourable exchange rates.
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UK firms extend FX hedge lengths as pound rises against USD

Fri, 23rd May 2025
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Amid tariff-driven volatility and a rising pound, 54% of UK firms lengthen FX hedges, securing financial protection amidst shifting market conditions.
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CEOs show rising optimism on tariffs as sector responses shift

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Study reveals a surge in positive CEO sentiment on tariffs among US-listed firms, with 32% optimistic in May 2025, up from 9% in April.
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Wayflyer marks anniversary with USD $5 billion in business funding

Tue, 6th May 2025
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Wayflyer celebrates five years by deploying USD $5 billion to over 5,000 small businesses globally and launching three new non-dilutive financing products.
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Exclusive: Celonis' Peter Budweiser on transforming the digital supply chain

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Peter Budweiser of Celonis urges that visibility and real-time data are essential for transforming supply chains amid ongoing global disruptions.
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Large format display market falls as tariffs hit global sales

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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Global Large Format Display market sees 1.7% unit sales drop and 10.9% revenue fall in Q1 2025 amid tariff woes and price pressures.