FirstFT: TSMC to invest $100bn in US manufacturing in attempt to ward off tariffs

TSMC unveils $100bn advanced chipmaking investment in the US

Taiwanese company’s overture to Trump administration marks effort to ward off tariffs on imports

Financial Times - 8h

Mexico extradites wanted drug lord to US in attempt to ward off tariffs

Rafael Caro Quintero, sought since 1985 for murder of DEA agent, among 29 prisoners sent across border

Financial Times - 4d

TSMC to announce $100B investment in US chip manufacturing

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) plans to announce a $100 billion investment in U.S. chip manufacturing plants on Monday, the White House confirmed. The multibillion-dollar ...

The Hill - 14h

Trump announces Taiwanese chip giant’s $100bn investment in US plants

President says TSMC won’t have to pay tariffs and encourages other semiconductor companies to build in US. Chips giant, the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC), will boost its US ...

The Guardian - 10h

Breaking down Trump's investment plan with TSMC

President Trump is set to announce an investment of $100 billion from the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company for new manufacturing plants in the U.S. CBS MoneyWatch's Kelly O'Grady reports.

CBS News - 12h

Engie warns US that tariffs and tax uncertainty threaten investment

Comments by French energy group chief follow Trump’s decision to pause hundreds of billions of dollars of green funds

Financial Times - 4d

FirstFT: Trump says UK could be spared tariffs

Also in today’s newsletter, Citi sends client $81tn in ‘near miss’ and Mexico extradites prisoners to the US

Financial Times - 3d

Eli Lilly plans at least $27 billion in new U.S. manufacturing investments

It comes as companies work to build goodwill with Trump, who has emphasized reshoring manufacturing to the U.S. and reducing reliance on foreign supply chains.

CNBC - 5d

Apple announces $500 billion investment in US amid tariff threats that could affect the iPhone

Apple announced Monday that it plans to invest more than $500 billion in the United States over the next four years, including plans to hire 20,000 people and build a new server factory in Texas

ABC News - Feb. 24

Chinese manufacturing returns to growth despite threat of higher Trump tariffs

Fastest expansion in three months as new orders rise at Chinese factories. China’s manufacturing activity expanded at the fastest pace in three months in February, despite the looming threat that ...

The Guardian - 1d

February Manufacturing Stays Stable, Though Tariff Storm Looms

The Institute for Supply Management said output remained fairly steady, but tariffs on raw materials threaten U.S. growth.

Inc. - 15h

FirstFT: Germany’s Friedrich Merz pledges ‘independence from US’

Also in today’s newsletter, staff revolt at FTI and Apple’s DEI and OpenAI initiatives under fire

Financial Times - Feb. 24

FirstFT: US drives UN resolution on Ukraine war with Russian backing

Also in today’s newsletter, US companies left out of defence stock rally and BP abandons pledge to cut oil and gas output

Financial Times - Feb. 25

FirstFT: Ukraine agrees minerals deal in bid to improve US ties

Also in today’s newsletter, tax cut win for Trump, and a Big Read on the anti-vax movement

Financial Times - 5d

Trump announces $100 billion investment in U.S. from TSMC, calls it 'most powerful company' in world

President Donald Trump announced a $100 billion investment from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing to boost U.S. chip building.

CNBC - 10h

Trump announces $100 billion investment in U.S. from TSMC, calling it ‘most powerful company’ in world

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing will pour $100 billion into bolstering chip manufacturing in the U.S., President Donald Trump announced Monday.

NBC News - 2h

US manufacturers report fall in orders as growth expectations tumble

Data fuels fears that the economy is losing momentum as tariffs loom

Financial Times - 9h

Manufacturers boost durable-goods orders ahead of tariffs, but industry slump hasn’t ended

A key measure of business orders rose in January for the third month in a row, but it’s likely the sudden improvement reflects businesses rushing to buy parts and supplies ahead of potential U.S. ...

MarketWatch - 4d

‘Married men HATE glitter’: TikTokers take to crafty way to ward off cheaters

Glitter transfers easily and is tough to wash off, which is why women are using it to leave a message – and for revenge. Lipstick on the collar, a stray earring tucked into seat cushions: women ...

The Guardian - 4d

With tariffs ramping up, this investment option can provide protection against inflation

The threat of tariffs on imports is causing some investors to consider increasing their exposure to TIPS to help buffer their portfolios against inflation.

CNBC - Feb. 21

Apple Plans to Invest $500 Billion in U.S. as Trump Tariffs Loom

The company pledged the multibillion-dollar investment over the next four years and said it would create 20,000 jobs. The Texas facility is set to open in 2026.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

Georgia fends off late comeback attempt to stun No. 3 Florida, keep NCAA tournament hopes alive

The Bulldogs held a 26-point lead at one point on Tuesday night.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

‘I need to survive’: rower attempting to cross Pacific activates emergency beacon off Queensland near Cyclone Alfred

Australian navy ship heading to Coral Sea after Aurimas Mockus calls for help one week out from reaching Queensland. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking ...

The Guardian - 2d

Apple commits to $500bn US investment and promises 20,000 new jobs

The iPhone giant's $500bn investment plan includes a new factory in Texas, as well as money spent on suppliers.

BBC News - Feb. 24

Apple planning to invest $500B in US, hire 20K people

Apple announced Monday that it plans to spend more than $500 billion in the United States and hire more than 20,000 people over the next several years. The tech behemoth said the investments will ...

The Hill - Feb. 24

Apple announces $500bn in US investments over next four years

Spending ranges from new AI server factory in Texas to film and TV content and may add 20,000 jobs. Apple announced Monday it would invest $500bn in the US in the next four years that would ...

The Guardian - Feb. 24

Adani revives US investment plans as Trump moves fuel hopes

US president’s actions have fuelled expectations in group that cases against Gautam Adani will collapse

Financial Times - 2d

Apple boosts U.S. investment plans with $500 billion pledge amid Trump tariff threat

Apple on Monday reaffirmed a commitment to spend hundreds of billions on U.S. soil in the coming years amid pressure from President Donald Trump.

NBC News - Feb. 24

HP Inc. was proactive about the impact of tariffs, and it may be paying off

HP Inc. has been proactive in dealing with the potential impact from looming tariffs on goods manufactured in China, including an ongoing shift of its manufacturing operations and purchasing more ...

MarketWatch - 4d

Apple expands India manufacturing

Also in this newsletter: better-off Indians’ growing reliance on borrowing, and foreign direct investment shrinks

Financial Times - Feb. 21

Eli Lilly unveils $27bn US investment as corporate America seeks to woo Trump

Pharmaceutical industry hopes to ward off growing tariff threat

Financial Times - 5d

Trump is using tariffs as a blunt-force tool. It won’t work | Mike Williams

The steel industry needs to modernize. Tariffs can help, but the government must go beyond trade policy. Last week, Donald Trump revived a trade war from his first term, implementing a 25% tariff ...

The Guardian - Feb. 21

US stocks dip amid concerns over tariffs and consumer belt-tightening

All three major stock indexes moved decisively lower, extending sell-off in wake of dour economic reports. US stocks tumbled on Friday, extending a sell-off in the wake of dour economic reports and ...