Daily Supply Chain News - 2026-01-16
Welcome to today's supply chain update for January 16, 2026. As manufacturing and distribution sectors navigate the lingering effects of 2025's turbulence, including tariffs, strikes, and unexpected tragedies, the focus remains on resilience and adaptation. The USA automotive manufacturing industry, in particular, continues to grapple with trade policy shifts and labor unrest that reshaped global networks last year. Recent data shows U.S. manufacturing activity hitting its lowest point of 2025, driven by weak demand and tariff uncertainties, while auto sales rose 2% despite disruptions.
