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Global Survey Reveals Widespread Public Concern Over AI’s Societal Impact

A major international survey reveals that people across 25 countries are increasingly concerned about artificial intelligence’s impact on daily life. The polling data shows particularly high concern in the United States, Italy, Australia, and Brazil, with no country showing majority excitement about AI’s expanding role.

International Polling Shows Deepening Public Concern About AI

A comprehensive international survey conducted by the Pew Research Center has revealed that a significant majority of adults across 25 countries are “more concerned than excited” about the growing presence of artificial intelligence in daily life. According to reports, this sentiment reflects a global trend of increasing apprehension about AI’s societal impact.

by Michael Turner
AutomotiveInvestment Banks

Stellantis Announces Record $13 Billion U.S. Investment, Adding 5,000+ Jobs

Jeep manufacturer Stellantis has unveiled plans for its largest-ever U.S. investment of $13 billion over four years. The initiative will create more than 5,000 jobs and includes reopening a key Illinois plant that had been a source of labor tension.

Historic U.S. Investment Plan

Stellantis, the global automaker behind the Jeep brand, has announced what sources indicate is the single largest investment in the company’s history – a $13 billion commitment to its U.S. manufacturing operations over the next four years. According to reports, this massive investment will create more than 5,000 new jobs across multiple states while significantly expanding the company’s American production capacity.

by Jessica Moore P.E.
BusinessManufacturing

Ypsomed Announces Major U.S. Expansion with $200M North Carolina Manufacturing Facility

Ypsomed is establishing its inaugural United States manufacturing presence with a strategic investment in Wake County, North Carolina. The Swiss medical device leader plans to create up to 200 jobs while enhancing supply security for the American healthcare market.

In a significant strategic move, Swiss medical technology leader Ypsomed has announced plans to establish its first manufacturing facility in the United States, marking a pivotal expansion in the company’s global growth strategy. The company will invest approximately CHF 200 million (approximately $220 million USD using current Swiss franc exchange rates) in the initial phase of development in Holly Springs, North Carolina.

Strategic Location Selection in North Carolina’s Growing Medical Hub

by Jessica Moore P.E.
Economy and TradingInternational Business and Trade

** Trump’s China Tariff Strategy Backfires as Beijing Pivots to Global Export Markets | Fortune Analysis

** Despite Trump’s prediction that China would face “tremendous difficulties” from US tariffs, Beijing has successfully pivoted to global markets. China’s exports grew 8.3% in September as diversification strategy pays off. **CONTENT:**

When former President Donald Trump launched his latest tariff offensive against China, he confidently predicted Beijing would face “tremendous difficulties” without access to American consumers. Six months into the trade standoff, China’s export economy has instead demonstrated remarkable resilience by redirecting trade flows to global markets, achieving 8.3% growth in September despite the ongoing tariff pressures.

by Jessica Moore P.E.
BusinessEconomy and Trading

America’s Deal Economy Boom: Merger Wave Reshapes Corporate Landscape

The eighth major merger wave in American history is underway, featuring record-breaking deals across railroads, technology, and natural resources. This surge is fueled by technological promise, enthusiastic credit markets, and shifting political approaches to antitrust enforcement.

America’s deal economy is experiencing an unprecedented boom as merger activity approaches record levels despite mixed signals from the broader economic landscape. This eighth major merger wave in United States history mirrors previous cycles in its combination of technological transformation, readily available capital, and regulatory permissiveness that enables corporate consolidation.

Historic Merger Waves and Current Context

by Jessica Moore P.E.
BusinessEconomy and Trading

America’s Deal Economy Boom: Record Mergers Reshape Corporate Landscape

As America’s real economy faces uncertainty, its deal economy is experiencing an unprecedented boom. Record-breaking mergers, acquisitions, and investments are reshaping corporate America, driven by technological innovation and favorable market conditions. This eighth major merger wave follows historical patterns while introducing new dynamics.

America’s deal economy is booming while questions linger about the broader economic landscape. An eighth major merger wave has begun this summer, following historical patterns that previously transformed industries from steel and oil to technology. Like its predecessors, this surge is energized by technological promise, enthusiastic credit markets, willing politicians, and ambitious corporate leaders according to recent analysis of market trends.

Historic Merger Waves Set the Stage

by Michael Turner