In troubled times for global manufacturing, both Asia and the UK reported declining output in May, with the Australian manufacturing sector recently reporting a 9-month slump.
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Manufacturers concerned about the widening gap in the two-speed economy
Almost 73% of Australian workers in the mining, industrial and construction sectors have expressed their concern about the widening gap between the two-speed economy.
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Ford ‘fuel efficient’ EcoBoost Falcon rolls off production lines in Victoria
Ford’s new FG Falcon MkII EcoBoost vehicle is rolling off production lines in Victoria, representing a new class of 'fuel efficient' vehicles entering the market.
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China manufacturing on-the-rise, but investors should be wary
China’s manufacturing industry seems to be inching back towards positive territory, however the economic giant still has a long way to go if it is to regain its former top-spot in the global manufacturing stakes, according to reports.
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Who suffers when retailers exercise their market muscle?
When a major retailer uses its countervailing power (or “market muscle”) to negotiate better terms from suppliers, should policy makers be concerned?
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Participation agreement makes it easier to export to Vietnam
EFIC (Export Finance and Insurance Corporation) has extended a participation agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to include Vietnam, making it easier for companies in the emerging economy to import Australian-made products.
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