Steelmakers Raise Prices as Oil Surge and Input Costs Squeeze Margins

Global steelmakers raise prices as oil, raw materials, and labor costs surge. Supply chain risks intensify amid Middle East tensions and market uncertainty.

Automakers’ Electrification Strategies Diverge as EV Growth Slows and Hybrids Remain Resilient

Global automakers show mixed results in 2025 as EV demand slows and hybrid vehicles drive growth. Tesla, Ford, and GM face pressure while Toyota and Hyundai gain momentum.

Smart Manufacturing 2026 Opens for Exhibitor Participation Across Two Key Industrial Regions in Thailand

Smart Manufacturing 2026 opens for exhibitors in Ayutthaya and Si Racha, connecting technology providers with industrial manufacturers, engineers, and decision-makers in Thailand.

Toyota Targets JPY 50 Trillion Sales in FY2026 Despite $1.45 Trillion Tariff Hit

Toyota expects FY2026 sales to reach JPY 50 trillion, up 4.1% YoY, despite a JPY 1.45 trillion tariff impact. Strong global demand and hybrid vehicle growth support performance.

MBS Wins 1st Runner Up Best Sales Performance Award from Cimatron

MBS receives the 1st Runner Up Best Sales Performance Award from Cimatron, highlighting its strong commitment to delivering CAD/CAM and smart manufacturing solutions to Thailand’s …

Japan’s 8 Automakers Raise Global Production 0.4% in 2025 to 24.17 Million Units; Suzuki Overtakes Honda

Global production by Japan’s eight major automakers reached 24.17 million units in 2025, up 0.4% year-on-year. Suzuki surpassed Honda to become the second-largest producer in the g…

Internal Combustion Engines Remain the Mainstay as Automakers Advance Next-Generation ICEs

As EV adoption slows, automakers advance next-generation internal combustion engines and hybrids to support the automotive supply chain during the transition.

China’s Slowdown Pressures Japanese Businesses in 2026

Japanese companies face rising pressure in China as economic growth slows and local competitors gain strength. Industry outlook and strategic implications for 2026.

Toshiba to Mass-Produce HAMR HDDs with Double Capacity in 2028, Targeting 20% Global Market Share

Toshiba plans to mass-produce 40TB HDDs using HAMR technology from 2028, targeting rising demand from AI and data centers and aiming for over 20% global market share.

Worldwide AI Spending to Reach $2.5 Trillion in 2026

Gartner forecasts that global AI spending in 2026 will surge to USD 2.52 trillion, marking a 44% increase year on year, driven by continued growth in AI infrastructure and AI-optim…

Global Semiconductor Market Grew 21% in 2025, AI Chips Lift NVIDIA to No.1

Global semiconductor revenue grew 21% in 2025, driven by strong demand for AI chips and HBM, with NVIDIA emerging as the world’s top semiconductor supplier and surpassing US$100 bi…

Sales Outlook Improves for 18 Machine Tool Makers in FY2026, Driven by Electronics and Aerospace Demand

Twelve of 18 major machine tool manufacturers forecast sales growth in FY2026, driven by electronics and aerospace demand, while opinions remain divided on the impact of U.S. tarif…

Three Paint Makers Raise Sales Forecasts, Two See Profit Decline

Japan’s three major paint manufacturers expect higher FY2026 sales, but two forecast lower operating profits amid weak Europe and U.S. markets, while China auto demand supports gro…

Japan and U.S. Advance NAND Flash Factory Plan Led by Kioxia and SanDisk

Japan and the United States are advancing a public-private plan to build a NAND flash factory in the U.S., with Kioxia and SanDisk at the center, driven by surging AI data center d…

AI Demand Drives Japanese Electronic Component Makers to Raise FY2026 Outlook

Seven major Japanese electronic component manufacturers have raised their FY2026 sales and earnings forecasts, supported by strong AI-related demand and a weaker yen, while EV mark…

Eight Japanese Electronics Companies Raise FY2026 Outlook on AI, Data Centers, and Power Infrastructure

Eight major Japanese electronics companies revised their FY2026 forecasts upward, driven by strong demand for AI, data centers, and power infrastructure, while the impact of US tar…

Seven Japanese Automakers Face Triple Whammy as U.S. Tariffs Hit ¥2.5 Trillion

Japanese automakers face a ¥2.5 trillion impact from U.S. tariffs, semiconductor supply disruptions and slowing Asian markets, pressuring profits in FY2026.

Building a Humanoid Robot? Join DigiKey and Hirose for an Informational Webinar on Humanoid Robotics

Join DigiKey and Hirose to explore challenges and connector solutions in humanoid robotics. Learn key insights in this expert-led free webinar.

DigiKey Debuts Industry-First Power Supply Configuration Tool

DigiKey introduces an industry-first online power supply configuration tool, enabling fast customization, quicker sourcing, and an accelerated design process.

Okamoto Reinforces Its Leadership in Grinding Technology with Quick Touch Highlight at METALEX 2025

Okamoto reaffirms its leadership in grinding technology, showcasing the Quick Touch system that enhances precision and user convenience at METALEX 2025, BITEC Bangna.