U.S. Investment: The USDA selected eight fertilizer projects representing more than $1.34 billion in proposed investment, including $573 million in federal funding, to expand domestic production; projects are expected to be completed in 2027–28. Factory Expansion: Hyundai Translead will invest $600 million in two Illinois factories and create 3,750 jobs, while North Carolina optical-components maker US Conec plans a $149.7 million expansion and 224 jobs. Energy Storage: Tesla is racing to increase Megapack output as its 2027 supply nears sellout, with utilities and data centers driving demand. Supply-Chain Shift: GM cancelled a long-term deal with a planned U.S. rare-earth magnet plant, underscoring the challenges of building domestic capacity as automakers reassess EV plans. Global Manufacturing: Chery plans to begin producing the Omoda C4 in South Africa in 2027, and industry partners in Kenya are exploring cooperation to build local semiconductor skills and manufacturing.