China's export growth accelerated sharply in September, driving the nine-month trade surplus to $938 billion as high-tech shipments offset weak domestic consumption.

German factory orders suffered a sharp 10.6% drop in August as large transport and military contracts fell, though underlying demand held steady.

Greggs is closing four manufacturing plants across the UK and placing 740 jobs at risk as part of a restructuring plan, drawing criticism from unions.

Automotive giant Jaguar Land Rover is eliminating 4,000 positions over a two-year period, triggering widespread anxiety across the West Midlands.

Despite massive industrial pledges and aggressive tariffs, official data reveals a slump in factory construction spending and significant job losses.

Traditional manufacturing-led economic models are facing scrutiny as global policymakers shift their focus toward service-oriented growth strategies.

Volkswagen is weighing a reduction of up to 100,000 jobs to address declining profits and operational costs that remain higher than those of rival manufacturers. The proposed restructuring includes potential factory closures and significant production cuts, facing strong opposition from labor unions.