AI for forecasting, routing and resilience — plus the AI boom’s own supply chain shocks in chips and components.
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The El Niño climate phenomenon is causing significant water temperature shifts in the Pacific, leading to mixed outcomes for the fishing industry. Some regions face severe losses while others experience unexpected gains.
Wired · 73d ago
The domestic market for lithium hexafluorophosphate has recovered from losses, driven by strong demand. Leading companies like Tinci Materials and DFD report improved profitability despite price fluctuations.
36氪 · 74d ago
SHEIN faces declining profitability and regulatory pressure as it attempts to transition from a 'disruptor' to a public company, struggling to maintain its supply chain advantage against competitors like Temu.
虎嗅 · 74d ago
An authorized IM Motors dealership in Kunming has ceased operations, leaving customers unable to receive vehicles or obtain necessary documentation. The manufacturer has intervened, promising to cover costs and resolve vehicle registration issues for affected owners.
虎嗅 · 74d ago
An analysis of China's manufacturing dominance, highlighting its comprehensive industrial base and the transition from low-end production to high-tech self-sufficiency amidst global competition.
虎嗅 · 75d ago
The Asian Development Bank reports that APAC growth remains subdued despite slight improvements. Ongoing Middle East conflicts continue to disrupt supply chains and inflate production costs.
Bloomberg Technology · 75d ago
A former Bank of Japan official suggests that the central bank may accelerate rate hikes to combat inflation, potentially pushing the benchmark rate above 2%.
36氪 · 76d ago
Xiaomi's Redmi Note 17 series is scheduled for release on July 14, focusing on battery life and durability. Lu Weibing noted that rising costs are significantly impacting the entry-level smartphone market.
IT之家 · 76d ago
The Hyundai Motor union has scheduled a partial strike from July 13-15 following the breakdown of wage and collective agreement negotiations. The dispute highlights tensions between record-breaking corporate performance and labor compensation demands.
IT之家 · 76d ago
The article analyzes the structural challenges in China's agricultural supply chain, where farmers face extreme price volatility despite high production capacity. It argues that moving from a 'production system' to an 'income system' requires better organizational and market-access capabilities.
虎嗅 · 76d ago
Kingsemi's controlling shareholder, Fengfan Holding, plans to reduce its stake by up to 0.95% (2.8 million shares) between July and October 2026 due to personal capital needs.
36氪 · 76d ago
Keming Food's subsidiary, Xingjiang Mugua, reported a decline in pig sales volume and revenue for June 2026. Sales volume dropped 18.02% month-over-month, while revenue fell 11.84%.
36氪 · 76d ago
ZTO Supply Chain Management has acquired 100% of Zhejiang Wanxing Chenyu Technology. The acquired company specializes in telecommunications, internet information services, and technical consulting.
36氪 · 76d ago
Rising memory chip prices are significantly impacting the cost structure of sub-$400 smartphones, with storage components accounting for nearly 60% of total BOM costs. This trend is forcing manufacturers to reduce product launch frequencies for budget models.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 76d ago
The US Department of Commerce reported that May imports increased to $395.3 billion, while exports declined to $317.7 billion. This shift highlights changing trade dynamics.
36氪 · 77d ago
United Launch Alliance (ULA) has confirmed that its final six Atlas V rockets are exclusively reserved for Boeing's Starliner missions. This limits the launch vehicle's availability for other commercial or satellite deployment projects.
Ars Technica · 77d ago
Traditional automotive suppliers like Bosch are losing market share as the industry undergoes a major structural shift. This signals a broader reconfiguration of the global automotive supply chain.
钛媒体 · 77d ago
Counterpoint Research reports a 13% year-on-year decline in Chinese smartphone sales during the 618 shopping festival. The drop is attributed to price hikes driven by rising memory costs and less aggressive promotional strategies.
TechNode · 77d ago
The Greater Bay Area has become a critical hub for the World Cup supply chain, showcasing the region's manufacturing dominance. The integration of local industries has created a 'full-Chinese' sports supply chain ecosystem.
钛媒体 · 77d ago
China faces a 95% import dependency for high-carbon alpha-olefins, a critical raw material for PV films and high-end lubricants. Three domestic technical routes are reaching a critical milestone in July 2026.
钛媒体 · 77d ago
LG Energy Solution reported a significant 77% decline in Q2 operating profit, falling short of analyst expectations. The downturn is attributed to the ongoing weakness in global electric vehicle demand affecting battery sales.
36氪 · 78d ago
CITIC Securities reports that the aluminum industry's pessimistic outlook is over-priced. They expect price support through 2027 and suggest continued investment value in Chinese aluminum firms.
36氪 · 78d ago
A major display panel manufacturer plans to acquire a 33.42% stake in Hongyang Display for 1.916 billion RMB. Simultaneously, a loss-making packaging and testing firm is seeking loans to acquire Chengdu Xinyi.
钛媒体 · 78d ago
Xiangfenghua announced that its application for issuing shares to specific targets has been officially accepted by the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (SZSE). This move is part of the company's capital expansion strategy.
36氪 · 78d ago
A deep dive into the 'fresh snack' retail sector reveals a standardized model focusing on high-traffic locations and short-shelf-life products. However, supply chain limitations and regional口味 (taste) differences pose significant scaling risks.
虎嗅 · 78d ago
Rainbow Display plans to acquire a 33.42% stake in its subsidiary, Hongyang Display, for 1.916 billion RMB. This move increases its total ownership in the subsidiary to 95.82%.
36氪 · 78d ago
Small-scale industrial clusters in a Chinese county are successfully competing with Japanese machine tool manufacturers. This trend highlights the power of localized industrial innovation and cost-efficient manufacturing.
钛媒体 · 78d ago
Zhangyuan Tungsten has announced a significant price reduction for its tungsten concentrate and ammonium paratungstate products for the first half of July 2026. The price adjustments reflect a downward trend compared to the second half of June.
36氪 · 78d ago
Solstice Advanced Materials is currently in negotiations with Element Solutions regarding a potential merger. While discussions for a peer-to-peer merger are ongoing, no formal agreement has been reached yet.
36氪 · 78d ago
Chery Automobile and Wuhu Puri Auto Investment have jointly established Anqing Zhongda Auto Parts Co., Ltd. The company will focus on the R&D, manufacturing, and sales of automotive components, including those for new energy vehicles.
36氪 · 78d ago