Merck has reached an agreement with the U.S. government to improve access to medicines and lower costs for Americans, including offering key drugs at significantly reduced prices through a direct-to-patient program and investing over $70 billion in U.S. manufacturing and R&D to bolster domestic innovation and job creation.
Toyota announced a $10 billion investment in its U.S. operations over the next five years, including the launch of its first U.S. battery plant in North Carolina, which will produce batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles and create thousands of jobs, reinforcing its commitment to American manufacturing and electrification.
Toyota has begun production at a new $13.9 billion battery plant in North Carolina and plans to invest up to $10 billion more in the US over the next five years, marking a significant expansion in its US operations amid shifting market conditions favoring hybrids and EVs.
Stellantis, owner of brands like Jeep and Fiat, warned of significant one-off costs through the end of the year, causing its shares to drop about 5-6%, despite reporting a strong third quarter with a 13% revenue increase and reaffirmed its positive outlook amid strategic investments, including a $13 billion U.S. expansion.
Stellantis reported a 13% increase in Q3 2025 net revenues to €37.2 billion and a 13% rise in shipments to 1.3 million units, driven by growth in North America, Europe, and the Middle East & Africa. The company launched six of ten planned new vehicles for 2025, improved sales in the US, and announced a $13 billion investment over four years to expand its US manufacturing footprint, including reopening plants and launching new models. Stellantis maintains its H2 2025 financial guidance, expecting continued growth and strategic investments.
The Canadian government has threatened legal action against Stellantis over plans to move Jeep Compass production from Ontario to Illinois, citing a binding agreement to keep operations in Brampton. Stellantis announced a $13 billion investment in the US, which has raised concerns about its commitments to Canada, though the company also plans to expand in Windsor. The dispute highlights ongoing trade tensions and investment shifts between Canada and the US.
Canada has threatened legal action against Stellantis after the automaker announced a $13 billion US investment, which includes moving Jeep Compass production from Canada to Illinois, citing breach of prior commitments to maintain Canadian operations. Stellantis emphasizes its ongoing investment plans in Canada and is working with the government to address concerns.
Stellantis announced a $13 billion investment in the US, including moving the Jeep Compass production from Canada to Illinois, sparking criticism from Canadian union leaders and government officials who see it as a loss of Canadian auto jobs influenced by US trade policies and tariffs.
The US is planning a $25bn investment in Argentina's Patagonia, including building an AI data center and military collaborations, amid political and economic developments, with US support possibly influenced by upcoming Argentine elections and concerns over economic stability and Chinese influence.
President Trump announced a 10% U.S. stake in Trilogy Metals and approved a permit for a mining road in Alaska, aiming to secure critical minerals for national security and economic growth, amidst ongoing debates over environmental and tribal concerns.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order to save TikTok from a ban by approving a divestiture plan where TikTok's US operations are transferred to a US-based joint venture, with Oracle providing security and US user data stored domestically, ensuring national security while allowing Americans to continue using the platform and supporting US economic activity.
The article discusses the increasing risks facing South Korean investments in the US, highlighting potential economic and geopolitical challenges that threaten these financial ties.
Donald Trump indicated that Rupert and Lachlan Murdoch are likely to be part of a US investor group buying TikTok, with the deal involving American ownership and control over data, amid ongoing efforts to address national security concerns.
The US announced a record £150bn investment in the UK during President Trump's visit, expected to create over 7,600 jobs across various sectors, with major contributions from Blackstone, Microsoft, Google, and others, signaling strong economic ties and growth opportunities.
GSK announced a $30 billion investment in U.S. research, development, and manufacturing over five years, including $1.2 billion for advanced manufacturing and digital tech, amid President Trump's UK visit, reflecting increased U.S. pharma investments.