Daily Headlines - Afternoon Edition - Jan 8th, 2026
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January 8, 2026
In The Spotlight
US Trade Gap Shrinks to Smallest Since 2009 as Imports Fall
While U.S. exports rose by $7.8 billion in October to $302.0 billion, imports dropped by $11.0 billion to $331.4 billion.
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Top Stories
From Bonded Warehouses to Import-Duty Refunds: Navigating Tariff Policy in 2026
As the uncertainty continues, leading-edge manufacturers are keeping these tactics top of mind.
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In Venezuela and Panama, US Actions Are All About Energy Dominance
American influence on the massive oil reserves will shape global policy for decades to come.
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Lean Leadership: Understanding the Why and How of Standard Work
Once standard work is approved, it is the only right way the process should be operated, until...
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A Real-Life Blueprint for Planning a Factory Expansion
A power-equipment manufacturer in need of an upgrade followed these 10 principles for success.
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