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Germany Halves Growth Forecast for 2026 After Hit From Iran War

The German economy has been buffeted by the U.S. tariff offense and the increasing competitiveness of Chinese companies in core export industries.

German Economy Minister Katherina Reiche in Hannover on April 20. Photo: Bloomberg

War Shortage of Helium Looms for Hi-Tech Manufacturers, Others

There are only 14 helium refineries worldwide, and helium supply was already rapidly shrinking before the current interruptions to sources in Qatar.

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IMO Prepares Hormuz Evacuation Plan for Hundreds of Ships

Around 800 ships remain stuck in the Persian Gulf after traffic through the Strait of Hormuz slowed to a trickle following the outbreak of the war.

Photo: Bloomberg

U.S. to Partner with Philippines on Industrial Hub

The new "economic security zone" — described as the first of its kind — will be used as the first node in a larger global industrial network.

Photo: iStock / Oleksii Liskonih

DOJ to Open Price-Fixing Probe into U.S. Meatpackers

The DOJ's probe will reportedly center around allegations that the four companies colluded to agree on shared pricing benchmarks for purchasing deals made with cattle ranchers.

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Alaska Airlines Withdraws Profit Forecast as Fuel Crisis Deepens

Alaska Airlines is bracing for a $600 million increase in its fuel costs for the second quarter of 2026, and expects to pay as much as $4.75 a gallon in April.

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U.K. Gas-Pump Thefts Skyrocket as Prices Rise

Since the conflict began, the cost of filling a typical family car with petrol has risen by £14 ($18.20), while a typical tank of diesel has gone up by about £27.

A gas station at U.K. supermarket chain Morrisons. Photo: iStock/Ray Orton

Honda to Roll Out Small Electric Delivery Vehicles

As part of its Fastport venture, Honda will roll out "micromobility" vehicles to deliver packages, groceries and food orders, offering alternatives to larger trucks and vans.

Honda's all-electric eQuad delivery vehicle. Photo: Honda

Carney: U.S. Ties Now a Weakness Canada Must Fix

"The U.S. has changed, and we must respond," Carney said in a 10-minute address posted to YouTube.

Photo: iStock / Oleksii Liskonih

Should You Get a Supply Chain Certification in 2026?

At their best, certifications give you a structured framework for thinking about supply chain problems.

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U.S. Tariff Refund Applications Start April 20

The administration launched the CAPE digital claims system, which they said in court filings could handle about 63% of affected import filings, with the remainder to follow.

The U.S. Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. Photo: iStock/Sean Pavone

Canada Post Looks to Start Phasing Out Home Deliveries

The government-owned corporation expects to save as much as $400 million Canadian ($291.96 million) annually by scaling back home deliveries.

Photo: iStock / Elijah-Lovkoff

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