>"Increased demand for the semiconductors that power cars, electronics and electrical grids have stoked inflation and could cause more factory shutdowns in the United States."

"The pandemic-induced disruption of global supply chains has accelerated the exodus of manufacturing from China. Other countries in Asia, particularly South Korea and Vietnam, stand to benefit from this trend, and should take steps to _...Read More_

"Slowing factory activity signals more trouble for China’s economy, which is grappling with crippling power cuts, high raw material prices and fresh Delta outbreaks."

"Long a source of cheap goods, is China now exporting higher prices? "

"The likes of JSW and Tata Steel have been quicker to restart production than foreign rivals."

New orders rose 0.5% in March as the U.S. recovery fueled manufacturing demand.

"It might seem odd for the world’s factory floor to be concerned about deindustrialization. But China’s latest five-year plan shows Beijing is worried—and with good reason."