Tag: Supply Chain
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Asus Panther Lake Zephyrus G14 Faces Supply Issues
The Panther Lake Era Hits a Snag When Asus announced the Panther Lake Zephyrus G14, many in the gaming community saw a potential turning point for portable power. The idea of a compact machine delivering desktop-like performance without the bulk of traditional gaming rigs sparked excitement. Yet, as 2025 rolled into 2026, supply chain snags…
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Asus Panther Lake Zephyrus G14: Supply Delays, and the Integrated GPU Debut
Introduction: A bold bet tempered by supply chain reality When Asus teased the Panther Lake Zephyrus G14, the industry watched with bated breath. The idea of a compact, high-performance gaming laptop built around a powerful, efficient platform promised a new era: serious portable gaming without the heavy energy demands and fan noise of traditional discrete…
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ISM Manufacturing PMI December 2025: Mixed Signals as Production Expands
Overview: A Slower Manufacturing Pulse in December 2025 The December 2025 ISM Manufacturing PMI® stood at 47.9%, signaling ongoing contraction in the sector. While this headline figure confirms a manufacturing slowdown, the components reveal a more nuanced picture: production is expanding, yet new orders and employment continue to contract. For policymakers, businesses, and investors, the…
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ISM December 2025 Manufacturing PMI Confirms Slower Expansion and Mixed Signals
Overview: December 2025 ISM Manufacturing PMI Signal The December 2025 ISM Manufacturing PMI® report reveals a mixed but cautiously positive picture for U.S. manufacturers. The index sits at 47.9, signaling that the sector remains in contraction for the seventh month in 2025, yet there are pockets of resilience within production. This contrast between sustained production…
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CNGR Secures Major Nickel Ore and Lithium Resources to Bolster Battery Metal Supply Chain
CNGR Announces Major Resource Securing in Nickel and Lithium Markets In a strategic move aimed at strengthening its position in the global battery metals supply chain, CNGR has announced the securing of substantial nickel ore and lithium carbonate resources. The company reports access to 500-600 million wet metric tonnes (wmt) of nickel ore resources, achieved…
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CNGR Secures Major Nickel Ore and Lithium Resources Amid Strategic Push
CNGR announces substantial resource security to bolster its battery materials supply chain CNGR has disclosed a significant advance in its materials portfolio, announcing the securing of 500-600 million wet metric tonnes (wmt) of nickel ore resources. The company says this comes through a mix of investments, equity participation, long-term agreements, and offtake contracts, underscoring its…
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Centre clears 22 projects under electronics components PLI scheme; Rs 41,863 crore investment expected
India advances its electronics manufacturing push with 22 new PLI approvals The Centre has cleared 22 investment proposals under the Electronics Component Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, a strategic move to accelerate domestic manufacturing of electronics components. The government estimates that these approvals could attract a total investment of Rs 41,863 crore and create significant manufacturing…
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Canada’s Grocery Code of Conduct Rolls Out Across Major Grocers
Overview: A New Era for Canadian Grocery Relationships Today marks the full rollout of Canada’s voluntary grocery code of conduct, a framework designed to promote fair dealing between grocers, suppliers, wholesalers, and primary producers. With buy-in from five major grocery chains, the code aims to create clearer expectations, improve transparency, and reduce disputes across the…
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Canada’s Grocery Code of Conduct Rolls Out With Buy-In From 5 Major Grocers
Canada’s Voluntary Grocery Code Goes Live Across the Supply Chain Canada’s voluntary grocery code of conduct is set to fully roll out, marking a significant step toward standardized, fair dealings between grocers, suppliers, wholesalers, and primary producers. With buy-in from five major Canadian grocers, the initiative aims to reduce friction points in the supply chain…
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Japan Retailers Battle Inflation with Aggressive Low-Pricing Strategies
Rising Prices, Reach for Bargains In a nation where consumer sentiment can sway the pace of the economy, Japanese retailers are intensifying their price-cutting campaigns as inflation erodes household purchasing power. With the cost of living climbing, shoppers are more meticulous about every yen, and retailers are racing to offer the most attractive value propositions.…