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The AMERItalk eJournal - June 2012 edition
 

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In this issue
U.S. and Canada automotive articles...
North America recorded On-Demand Seminars...
SPECIAL OFFER: $89 Unlimited Access...
COMING UP: Live Online Seminar...BRAZIL:..."The Brazilian Automotive Industry"...
Manufacturing articles...
North America Update: global headlines...
AMERItalk human resource aritcles...
AMERItalk eJournal main articles...
International Joint Ventures Handbook...
Investing in the U.S. - a guide for foreign companies...

Online Seminars

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Diesel Progress International Edition

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Learn how to streamline your business' HR operations

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U.S. and Canada automotive articles

 

U.S. Considers Auto Parts Action Against China
The United States is considering action against auto parts imports from China and closely examining other concerns about automobile trade with the world's second largest economy, a top U.S. trade official said on June 15.   Read on

New Survey Finds Optimism 'Skyrocketing' in the North American Auto Industry
A new wave of optimism is overtaking the U.S. auto industry as it rebounds from the depths of the recession and a brutal restructuring, according to Booz & Co.'s second annual U.S. Automotive Industry Survey and Confidence Index.   Read on

Canada: Recovery picks up for auto parts suppliers
Canada's big auto parts suppliers are on the road to recovery as pent-up demand powers growing sales of new vehicles in North America, a trend expected to gather speed gradually through the remainder of the decade.   Read on

North America vehicle replacement parts market to reach $22.8bn in 2017
The vehicle replacement parts market in North America will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.2% to to $22.8bn in 2017 from $16bn in 2010, according to a new report.   Read on

30% of U.S. Economic Growth Has Been From Car Sales! (Bad News)
Read on

US Auto Sales may hit 1.3 mln in June - Forecast
Read on

U.S. Customs Announces New Automotive Imports Hub in Detroit
Read on

Japanese Brands Gained Ground in May
Read on

Recently released On-Demand Seminars on doing business in North America, USA and Global Supply Chain Quality
 
NORTH AMERICA:
"Tax and Trade Issues for Automotive Suppliers in North America"
- recorded on April 18 - 2.5 hour recorded seminar
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USA:
"Legal Issues for Foreign Automotive Suppliers in the U.S." - recorded on May 10 - 1.5 hour recorded seminar
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GLOBAL:
"Managing Quality in Long Distance Supply Chains" - recorded on May 16 - 1 hour recorded seminar
To view or for more information, please click here.

NORTH AMERICA:
"Strategies for Inter-company Pricing and Customs Valuation" - recorded on May 17 - 2.5 hour recorded seminar
To view or for more information, please click here.

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For a list of Live Online Seminars, please click here.

SPECIAL OFFER:  $89 Unlimited Access to over 100 Seminars:  GlobalBusinessProfessor.com
 
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COMING UP: Live Online Seminar
 
BRAZIL:
"The Brazilian Automotive Industry"

Presented by Julian G. Semple
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For a list of Live Online Seminars, please click here.

AMERItalk eJournal manufacturing articles
 
U.S.: A Wake-Up Call for Manufacturing
A recent uptick in U.S. manufacturing has optimists hoping a lost decade that saw steep employment drops in the sector is coming to an end.Productivity is up, a relatively cheap dollar is boosting exports, and the wage gap between ...   Read on

Why is Tennessee a Hotbed for Manufacturing?
Aggressive incentives and a focus on workforce training, leadership and innovation help position the state for continued manufacturing growth.A lot of big-name companies are flocking to Tennessee. Within the past year, Volkswagen AG ...   Read on

How The Midwest Became The Epicenter Of The American Manufacturing Renaissance
We're not used to thinking of the old industrial Midwest as a beacon of good news. Just the opposite. It's Exhibit A in the story of America's economic decline -- a land of hollowed-out factory towns and shrinking cities. There's an entire genre ...   Read on

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Exports: Center Stage in U.S. Manufacturing Revival

U.S. Manufacturing Growth to Outpace Economy in 2012

Supply Chain News: MIT, SCDigest Announce Major Research Project on US Manufacturing, Reshoring

Policy Decisions on Education, Regulations Will Determine if More Manufacturing Leaves U.S., Study Finds

North America Update: global headlines
 
Below are the latest headlines from around the world featuring articles on North America.  To read any of the articles below, please click here.

With Canada and Mexico, Pacific-rim trade deal may boost N.A. auto sector
Source: Automotive News

Small U.S. Manufacturers Give Up on 'Made in China'
Source: Bloomberg Businessweek

Toyota France to Start Exporting the Yaris to North America in 2013
Source: autoevolution.com

Lexus considering building new ES in North America
Source: autoblog

Volvo eyes partner for North American cars: report
Source: Chicago Tribune

Honda aims to increase exports from North America
Source: MarketWatch

Flat U.S. Wages Help Fuel Rebound in Manufacturing
Source: The Wall Street Journal

Failing U.S. Transportation Infrastructure
Source: TIME

AMERItalk human resources articles
 
Is U.S. Immigration Policy Stifling Tech Innovation? What's Really Behind the Tech Talent Shortage?
Despite the myths about "tech talent shortages" promulgated by the mainstream media, US foreign worker visa programs that allow "technical talent" to immigrate here is not leading to greater innovation, according to experts. In fact, it ...   Read on

Heresy: Just How Real is the Skills Gap?
I wish I could claim a good portion of the ideas or concepts that I espouse as my own, as originating with me, but that would be a lie. That would be wrong. Then again, I am a consultant.  But the fact of the matter is that few of us are ...   Read on

Going, Going, Gone: No More New H-1B Visa Petitions Accepted
No new H1B visa petitions subject to fiscal year 2013 quota limitations will be accepted by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.   Read on

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Canada Phasing Out Social Insurance Number Cards for Immigrants and Citizens

Canada: Expat Voters Launch Legal Challenge of '5-Year Rule'

AMERItalk eJournal articles
 
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Due June 30 - Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR)

The 27th Quarterly C-Suite Survey: What is Canada's C-Suite thinking?

VIDEO: Bill Gates On America's Future

IPO INSIGHT: O Canada: Going Public Above the 49th Parallel

U.S. Customs to allow up or down transfer pricing adjustments for transaction value

Import Operations & Compliance Benchmark Study

Canada, U.S. collaborate for cargo security

Caution Ahead: Fledgling CSA program suffers growing pains

U.S. Business Expansion Overseas: Opportunity and Surprise
 
International Joint Ventures Handbook

Conducting an equity joint venture can be a complex process. From evaluation of the initial opportunity and potential partner, through high level structure planning, to exit and termination rights - every stage must be approached with the right strategy.  Read on ...
 
Investing in the U.S. - a guide for foreign companies

More and more multinational companies from developing countries are looking to grow their business operations by establishing a presence in the United States. The "Investing In" guide is multi-disciplinary, covering audit, tax and regulatory considerations of investing in the U.S.   Read on ...
 
Canada: "Doing Business in Canada" Guide
Read on ...
 
U.S. & Canada: Taxation of cross-border mergers and acquisitions
To download 11-page report (USA), please click here.
To download 18-page report (Canada), please click here.
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