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U.S. and Canada automotive articles
U.S. Considers Auto Parts Action Against ChinaThe 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 onNew Survey Finds Optimism 'Skyrocketing' in the North American Auto IndustryA 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 onCanada: Recovery picks up for auto parts suppliersCanada'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 onNorth America vehicle replacement parts market to reach $22.8bn in 2017The 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 on30% of U.S. Economic Growth Has Been From Car Sales! (Bad News)Read onUS Auto Sales may hit 1.3 mln in June - ForecastRead onU.S. Customs Announces New Automotive Imports Hub in DetroitRead onJapanese Brands Gained Ground in MayRead on
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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 To view or for more information, please click here. USA:"Legal Issues for Foreign Automotive Suppliers in the U.S." - recorded on May 10 - 1.5 hour recorded seminar To view or for more information, please click here. 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. For access to more recorded On-Demand Seminars, please visit here. For a list of Live Online Seminars, please click here.
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AMERItalk eJournal manufacturing articles
U.S.: A Wake-Up Call for ManufacturingA 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 onWhy 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 onHow The Midwest Became The Epicenter Of The American Manufacturing RenaissanceWe'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 onTo read the following articles, please visit the AMERItalk eJournal on our website for the following, by clicking here: Exports: Center Stage in U.S. Manufacturing RevivalU.S. Manufacturing Growth to Outpace Economy in 2012Supply Chain News: MIT, SCDigest Announce Major Research Project on US Manufacturing, ReshoringPolicy Decisions on Education, Regulations Will Determine if More Manufacturing Leaves U.S., Study Finds
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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
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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 onHeresy: 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 onGoing, Going, Gone: No More New H-1B Visa Petitions AcceptedNo new H1B visa petitions subject to fiscal year 2013 quota limitations will be accepted by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Read onTo read the following AMERItalk eJournal human resources articles, please visit our website, by clicking here. Canada Phasing Out Social Insurance Number Cards for Immigrants and CitizensCanada: Expat Voters Launch Legal Challenge of '5-Year Rule'
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AMERItalk eJournal articles
To read the following articles, please visit our website page, by clicking here.
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
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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