Category: Business

BusinessInnovationTechnology

After-Hours Trading Highlights: IBM, Tesla, Moderna Among Key Movers

Southwest Airlines surprises with a quarterly profit, while Tesla and IBM face mixed reactions to their financial reports. Moderna shares dip on vaccine trial news, and Las Vegas Sands sees a surge. Dive into the details of these market movements.

Market Movers in After-Hours Trading

After-hours trading saw significant activity across various sectors, with companies like IBM, Tesla, and Moderna making headlines. According to reports, these movements were driven by earnings results and clinical trial updates, influencing investor sentiment as the market closed.

by Ortega Rafael
BusinessManufacturingTechnology

U.S. and Australia Forge $8.5 Billion Rare Earths Partnership Amid China Export Restrictions

The United States and Australia have launched an $8.5 billion strategic partnership to develop alternative rare earth supplies following China’s export restrictions. The agreement includes immediate $1 billion funding and Pentagon investment in a Western Australia gallium refinery.

Strategic Partnership Announced

President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have confirmed a major $8.5 billion framework agreement to jointly develop rare earth and critical mineral projects, according to reports. The partnership comes as China continues to tighten export controls on heavy rare earth metals that are essential for defense systems, renewable energy technology, and electronics manufacturing.

by Ortega Rafael
BusinessTechnology

Customs Chaos: How Parcel Carriers Navigate Post-De Minimis Shipping Disruptions

Major parcel carriers report significant customs disruptions following the elimination of the de minimis exemption. UPS, FedEx and DHL are implementing different strategies to handle packages stuck in customs clearance, with some shipments facing disposal after compliance deadlines.

Customs clearance challenges emerge after de minimis elimination

Package carriers are reporting significant disruptions in cross-border shipping following the Trump administration’s August 29 elimination of the de minimis exemption, according to industry reports. The trade tool previously allowed sub-$800 imports to enter the U.S. duty and tax-free, but now these shipments face tariffs and stricter entry requirements before reaching domestic delivery networks.

by Ortega Rafael