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Wednesday 16 April 2025
Trump's auto tariffs create supply crunch as China faces surplus
Trump's steep 25% tariff on imported vehicles plus an additional 25% border tax on cars from Canada and Mexico has upended the US auto market, creating significant supply constraints...
Tuesday 15 April 2025
Tariff uncertainties prompt supply chain rethink as Trump 2.0 policies evolve
Global supply chain operators are adopting increasingly cautious strategies amid rapidly shifting US tariff policies, with companies accelerating their international production plans...
Tuesday 15 April 2025
Auto Shanghai 2025: A telling litmus test for China-West auto decoupling
Auto Shanghai 2025, running from April 23 to May 2, is set to become a critical arena for global automakers. Chinese brands are poised to dominate the spotlight, while European manufacturers—reeling...
Tuesday 15 April 2025
Foxconn reportedly eyes greater Noida for first northern India base amid tariff uncertaintiy
Rumors from India indicate Foxconn is exploring setting up manufacturing facilities in Greater Noida, which would likely become the company's first production base in northern India,...
Tuesday 15 April 2025
Acer to launch three smartphones in India on April 15, eyes bigger share through local partnership
According to GSMArena, Acer is set to reassert its presence in India's smartphone market, launching three new handsets on April 15. The company has teased one of the upcoming...
Tuesday 15 April 2025
India reportedly scrutinizes Chinese telecom gear amid security concerns
India is assessing Chinese telecom equipment within its networks amid US-China trade tensions, citing national security concerns. While 4G infrastructure utilizes Huawei and ZTE technology,...
Monday 14 April 2025
US tariff breaks make iPhones from India 20% cheaper than China
The export of iPhones and other electronic devices from India to the US is becoming notably more cost-effective, with prices expected to be around 20% lower than those from China...
Monday 14 April 2025
India roundup: India capitalizes on US-China trade dispute for growth
US tariffs on global trading partners are seen as beneficial to India. Apple may increase its reliance on suppliers in India due to heightened US tariffs against China.
Monday 14 April 2025
Taiwan auto parts maker says US tariffs hurt American carmakers, plans Mexico expansion
Hiroca Holdings Ltd. sees limited impact from US tariffs as it reduces China production for American market and plans expansion in Mexico, according to General Manager Chien-chung...
Friday 11 April 2025
Samsung's Harman plans India divestment, eyes automotive M&As for growth
Samsung Electronics' subsidiary Harman International is reportedly planning to divest part of its operations in India while pursuing growth opportunities in the automotive electronics...
Friday 11 April 2025
Tariff changes prompt supply chain to hit fast-forward button
The Trump administration's reciprocal tariffs have undergone another change, with a full suspension implemented within 24 hours for 90 days. However, tariffs on China have been increased...
Friday 11 April 2025
Trump tariffs weigh on global auto industry, indirect pressure expected on Chinese exports
The automotive tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump are reshaping the global vehicle manufacturing landscape, with potentially far-reaching consequences beyond American borders...
Friday 11 April 2025
India's Suchi Semicon to begin production this month, expands global ties and workforce
India-based OSAT startup Suchi Semicon is preparing to begin commercial production in April, less than a month after completing successful trial runs, its founder Shetal Mehta told...
Thursday 10 April 2025
Dixon Technologies to invest US$115 million in new facility in Tamil Nadu to make HP notebooks
Dixon will set up a notebook and PC manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, making products for brands like HP. India's largest EMS provider is riding on local incentives and global...
Thursday 10 April 2025
Auto tariffs take effect, components supply chain hit hardest
The US government under President Donald Trump initiated a new round of trade protection policies on April 3, 2025, imposing a 25% tariff on all automobiles produced outside the US...