Around the world, politicians are fixated on factories. But this obsession with factories is built on myths—and will be self-defeating https://t.co/MlbE170qz2 ...

Global Demographics and Resources - China, India, Africa, and South America hold the majority of the world's population [1] - These regions also possess the majority of natural resources [1] - They manufacture most of the goods that are purchased with "imaginary money" [1] Economic and Geopolitical Shifts - The world is undergoing rapid change [1] - A significant shock is anticipated for Western society when the current financial system is challenged [1] - The balance of power is shifting due to population, production, and perceived "invasion" [1]

Welcome back to Squawk on the Street. Rick Santelli here live at the CME HQ with some breaking news. Chicago PMI.This is an August number. We're expecting a number below 50. 46 comes in much worse at 41.5%.Couple things about this number. That is now the 21st consecutive month under 50. Last time we're at 50 or above expansion was December of 23.41.5% is the weakest. Well, just since June when it was 40.4%. So, obviously, uh, any manufacturing going on in this city of Chicago area doesn't seem to be taking ...

Companies cancelled $5 billion worth of clean tech manufacturing projects in the U.S. in Q2, mirroring a pullback in the broader manufacturing sector. https://t.co/onTw9c4sqn ...

Industry Recognition - Forbes 30 Under 30 2025 includes individuals in Industry, Manufacturing & Energy [1] External Links - The Forbes list can be found at two provided URLs [1]

Industry Focus - Politicians worldwide are overly focused on factories [1] - This focus is based on myths and will be self-defeating [1]

Industry Focus - Politicians worldwide are overly focused on factories [1] - This focus is based on misconceptions and will be counterproductive [1]

Industry Trends & Investment - A new $3 billion drug manufacturing plant is opening in North Carolina, potentially at an opportune time for US manufacturing [1][2] - North Carolina was ranked as the top state for business, indicating a favorable environment for manufacturing investments [2] - The new Fujifilm Biotechnologies factory will be one of the largest biologics manufacturing facilities in the US, featuring bioreactors capable of holding 20,000 liters each [2][3] - Historically, the US has lagged behind Europe in biologics production, with only 17% of branded injectable drugs originating in the US compared to almost half in Europe [3] - Pharmaceuticals from the EU will face a 15% tariff, which is lower than previously anticipated, benefiting the industry [4] Impact of Tax Policy - Lower corporate tax rate of 21% is encouraging more US manufacturing investments [5] - The US biopharmaceutical manufacturing landscape has expanded from approximately 1,000 facilities to 1,600 since the 2017 tax act passage [6] Company Specifics - Johnson & Johnson is among the first companies to utilize the new facility, signaling further investments across the country [5] - It takes significant time to realize the benefits of investments, with the new plant taking five years from conception to near-completion [6]

What was so interesting is this brought the ire of President Trump. He was frustrated that Apple was doing more of its manufacturing in India, shifting from China. He wanted it in the US.But has Tim Cook done enough therefore in the United States to offset this. I think Tim Cook eventually will do enough in the United States to offset it. But today the answer to that is now, and it's not unexpected that they move this to India.They've been working with India since roughly 2017. So it takes a long time to bu ...

“We’re on the verge of a design revolution — where you can pull an idea straight from your mind, shape it with your hands in 3D space, and print it into existence. That’s the future of manufacturing.” – Elon Muskhttps://t.co/AfRiTbISY5 ...