Companies are focusing on improving internal operations because of the continued uncertainty in global markets

Manufacturers see both bright spots and serious concerns in their global economic outlook

Metals industry CEOs take a step back to review strategies for the uncertain future

Macquarie Research Economics provides information on Asia and BRIC countries, U.S., U.K., Europe and commodities

Optimism and increased capital spending competes with softening economic conditions

In a global marketplace fraught with uncertainty, companies seek partnerships to secure their future

Expect an increase in M&A activity as the economy improves

Mexico and Latin America are edging out of the recession and heading toward sustainable growth

Asia bounces back from the global recession with relative ease, but questions of stability still exist

Steel rises out of the desert sands

During tough economic times, some companies are looking south to Mexico for a boost in business

Maturing China is poised to weather the storm as bad times look to be harder on the country’s main economic rivals

Trade relations between the United States and China remain tense

A free trade agreement between the United States and the European Union could be in the cards, but there are hurdles

The world's No. 1 consumer of machine tools seeks to become a top producer of higher-end industry technology

Despite potholes, India’s steel industry continues its rapid push forward

Fair trade policies curb domestic manufacturing woes

Mexico is gradually becoming less dependent on the U.S. market