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End of De Minimis Exemption Helped Sink Luxury Retailer Ssense
Ssense filed for bankruptcy protection after the end of a U.S. duty exemption for small shipments dealt a final blow to the struggling retailer.
California Oil Merger Advances as State Clears Path to Drill
The bill marks a sharp shift from years of regulatory scrutiny by the state’s lawmakers toward its oil and gas industry and decades of declining in-state crude production.
Fusion Energy Could Deliver Power in 8 Years, DOE Chief Says
Fusion energy, which powers the sun and stars, has the potential to produce abundant carbon-free electricity, but efforts to harness it have proved elusive.
Canada Deficit to Hit $50.6 Billion Amid Trade War Costs
Mark Carney’s task is to convince Canadians and opposition lawmakers that his planned spending will eventually boost the resilience and productive capacity of the economy.
Crossword Puzzle Solution for September 15, 2025
Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the September 15, 2025 print edition.
American Axle Seeks $2.3 Billion to Fund Dowlais Takeover
American Axle in January announced a $1.6 billion cash-and-stock deal to acquire U.K. peer Dowlais. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter.
Perspective: Tax Cuts Keep Supply Chain Moving
When President Donald Trump signed the Big Beautiful Bill into law on July 4, it did more than reform the nation’s tax code. It prevented the largest tax hike in American history.
China-US Strike TikTok Deal After Threat of Shutdown
President Donald Trump said in a social media post that he and Chinese President Xi Jinping would be speaking Sept. 19.
Tyson Foods to Eliminate Corn Syrup From Products
The meat producer’s goal is to stop using high-fructose corn syrup, sucralose, BHA/BHT and titanium dioxide in brands including Tyson, Jimmy Dean and Hillshire Farm.
C.H. Robinson Starts Mexico Freight Consolidation Service
Using bonded warehouses on the southern side of the border will allow shippers to sidestep Mexican customs regulations and engage fewer trucks.
Ford to Move Headquarters to New Campus 3 Miles Away
The new 2.1-million-square-foot structure formally will be called “Ford World Headquarters” when it opens in November.
China Investigates US Semiconductors Ahead of Trade Talks
The Ministry of Commerce announced an anti-dumping probe into certain analog IC chips imported from the U.S. and an anti-discrimination probe into U.S. measures against China’s chip sector.
Musk Answers Tesla’s Pay Proposal With $1 Billion Stock Buy
The purchase amounts to a show of confidence in Tesla’s prospects after a challenging first half of the year in which vehicle deliveries slumped 13% worldwide.
Tesla Chair Says Only Musk Can Lead Company’s Next Chapter
Tesla's chair insists no one other than Elon Musk is capable of leading the company’s transition into artificial intelligence and robotics — but it’s possible he won’t do it from the CEO’s seat.
VW Delays Electric Golf as Cost Cuts Stall Factory Revamp
Volkswagen is facing delays to the launch of its electric Golf, a setback for the German carmaker that’s grappling with a major restructuring, according to people familiar with the matter.
Trump, Union Pacific CEO Discuss Norfolk Southern Acquisition
Union Pacific's CEO discussed the railroad’s proposed $72 billion acquisition of rival Norfolk Southern with President Donald Trump as the company seeks regulatory approval for the deal.
Ram Cancels US All-Electric Pickup Amid Demand Deceleration
Stellantis NV, which owns the Jeep and Ram brands, has canceled plans to bring its all-electric pickup truck to market, its latest product shake-up.
Amazon Tests GM BrightDrop EV Delivery Vans
The pilot, though modest — about 12 vehicles — places the GM vans among a fleet that includes vehicles built by Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis and Rivian.
Washington Launches Toll Route to Ease Freight Near Ports
This toll road launch is the first mile of the four-lane state Route 509 Expressway being built by the Washington State Department of Transportation.
Exxon Says Its New Form of Graphite Boosts EV Battery Life
CEO Darren Woods said the invention is being tested by several EV manufacturers.