BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--PACCAR Inc's Board of Directors today declared an extra cash dividend of one dollar and forty cents ($1.40) per share, payable on January 7, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on December 19, 2025. Preston Feight, chief executive officer, said, "PACCAR's excellent profits and cash flow have enabled the company to invest in premium quality DAF, Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks, next generation clean diesel engines and alternative powertrains, expanded manu ...

Tariff Impact - The U.S. has announced new tariffs, including a 100% tariff on branded pharmaceuticals, 50% on kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities, and 25% on heavy trucks, aimed at incentivizing domestic manufacturing [1][2]. Market Reactions - U.S. and European pharmaceutical stocks remained stable, while Asian pharmaceutical stocks declined. Packer, a truck manufacturer, and Wayfair, an online furniture retailer, saw stock price increases due to the tariff news [3]. Economic Sentiment - The University of Michigan consumer sentiment index fell to 55.1 from 58.2, indicating concerns over high prices and job security, approaching the low seen in April [5][6]. Labor Market Data - Upcoming labor market data, including job openings and the jobs report, is crucial for understanding economic conditions, especially in light of potential government shutdowns affecting data release [7][8]. Global Manufacturing Insights - PMI surveys from the U.S., China, and the Eurozone will provide insights into global manufacturing health amidst tariff uncertainties, with recent data showing elevated input costs for U.S. companies [9][10][11]. Currency and Economic Trends - The weakening of the U.S. dollar against other currencies, particularly the euro, is noteworthy, as European and Asian equities have been outperforming due to currency strength [12]. Federal Reserve Commentary - Upcoming speeches from key Federal Reserve officials may provide insights into future monetary policy, especially in light of recent economic data [13][14].