Ford’s secret EV unit emerges from shadows, still bullish on new pickup amid market slowdown

LONG BEACH, Calif. — As the global automotive industry retreats from all-electric vehicles after reporting billions of dollars in losses, Ford Motor continues to move forward with its next generation of EVs that CEO Jim Farley has described as industry-defining products. Ford’s push comes despite a massive slowdown in EV adoption, $19.5 billion in electric…

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U.S. Trade Deficit Grew in March

The U.S. trade deficit in goods and services rose to $60.3 billion in March, increasing 4.4 percent from the previous month, after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s global tariffs, according to data from the Commerce Department released on Tuesday. Exports grew 2 percent in the month, to a record $320.9 billion, as the…

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The Maghreb’s economic future depends on borders as much as markets

Economic dynamics in the Maghreb are shaped by a combination of domestic factors, regional interactions and global market conditions. Countries such as Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia maintain trade relations with partners in Europe, Africa and beyond, while also navigating regional constraints linked to border policies and infrastructure. Trade flows in the region are influenced by…

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Earnings call transcript: Amerant Bancorp Q1 2026 shows EPS rise, revenue miss

Amerant Bancorp Inc. (AMTB) reported its first-quarter 2026 earnings, revealing a significant improvement in earnings per share (EPS) but falling short on revenue expectations. The company posted an EPS of $0.44, aligning with analyst forecasts, but reported revenue of $97.66 million, missing the anticipated $100.75 million. Following the earnings release, Amerant’s stock declined by 3.47%…

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