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Last update: 41 minutes agoCritical Minerals Diplomacy: The U.S. and South Africa held high-level talks in Johannesburg on potential critical-mineral agreements, aiming to diversify supply for defense, electronics, and energy as China’s rare-earth restrictions keep pressure on Western manufacturers. Auto Safety: Hyundai recalled 54,337 U.S. Elantra hybrid vehicles over a potential fire risk tied to overheating in the hybrid power control unit, with a free software update offered. Semiconductor Dealmaking: Skyworks kicked off exchange offers and consent solicitations tied to its planned Qorvo acquisition, setting up new notes as the merger moves toward closing. Aerospace Manufacturing: Pratt & Whitney announced a $4.7M expansion at its Springdale, Arkansas facility to add space for engine case repairs and speed up GTF additive manufacturing repairs. AI Capital Markets: Reports say OpenAI may confidentially file for an IPO as early as this week, with a possible September debut. Energy Buildout: Antora Energy commissioned a 5 GWh thermal energy storage system at POET’s South Dakota plant, supporting around-the-clock bioethanol production. Trade Enforcement: DOJ says two Canadian steel firms will pay $19M to resolve allegations they misrepresented steel origin to evade U.S. duties.
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