Hong Kong apparel giant Crystal International is investing in a high-tech logistics center in China, aiming to slash fabric transfer times by 75% and power operations with solar energy as part of its broader smart manufacturing push.
The global apparel manufacturer is launching a state-of-the-art logistics center in China, featuring a fully automated closed-loop material flow system. The facility aims to slash fabric transfer times by up to 75%, optimize inventory, and advance the company's 2030 sustainability goals through solar power and waste-reduction technologies.
In a major strategic shift, UPS announced plans to eliminate up to 30,000 positions and close 24 facilities by 2026. The logistics giant is restructuring its network to prioritize automation and higher-margin business segments, while scaling back lower-margin volume, notably from Amazon. The move aims to reshape the company's cost structure and profitability profile amid a challenging multi-year stock performance.
Warehouse automation leader Symbotic (SYM) reported robust Q1 results, surpassing revenue forecasts and achieving double-digit EBITDA margins for the first time. The company highlighted growth in system deployments, progress on next-gen e-commerce solutions, and the recent integration of Fox Robotics.
UPS is equipping all 5,500 of its retail stores with RFID tracking, a significant expansion of its automation drive aimed at improving package visibility and reducing errors. The move highlights the company's focus on operational efficiency as it vies for higher-margin commercial clients in a competitive landscape dominated by FedEx and Amazon.
GXO Logistics has unveiled a series of leadership changes, including the appointment of a new Chief Operating Officer and an interim Chief Accounting Officer, as the company sharpens its focus on operational execution and financial reporting quality amid intense industry competition.
Global logistics firm GXO will close its Romeoville, Illinois plant this April, citing evolving business needs. The move, announced under state WARN Act requirements, eliminates 32 positions, though the company says affected workers may apply for roles at other sites.
Twilio is providing the communications backbone for Genspark's new AI-powered phone agent, enabling multilingual, automated call handling for complex workflows. The partnership signals Twilio's strategic push to embed its technology deeper into enterprise AI and automation.
Oppenheimer downgraded Rockwell Automation (ROK) to 'Perform', suggesting its operational improvements and future manufacturing recovery are largely reflected in its stock price. The move comes even as Rockwell announces a strategic expansion of its partnership with EV maker Lucid in Saudi Arabia.
Personal finance guru Ramit Sethi's core mantra—automate everything—has simplified money management for millions. But as economic uncertainty grows and financial lives become more complex, experts warn that pure automation without periodic review can lead to costly complacency.
UiPath's stock faced a sharp sell-off last month, reflecting broader investor concerns that emerging AI agents could disrupt the robotic process automation (RPA) market it leads.
B. Riley hikes price target for Pangaea Logistics Solutions (PANL) to $11.50, citing the dry bulk shipper's resilience driven by its specialized fleet and stable long-term demand fundamentals.
A wave of insider stock sales at Symbotic Inc. over the past year, including a multi-million dollar divestment, is prompting scrutiny from market watchers. While insider selling alone isn't a definitive sell signal, the absence of any insider buying during this period adds a layer of concern for shareholders evaluating the high-flying automation stock.
Emerson Electric's fourth-quarter earnings surpassed expectations, driven by strong demand for automation and AI-enabled software in key markets, even as regional disparities in performance emerge.
Automation software firm UiPath reports its first profitable quarter while securing deeper integrations with major federal agencies. The company is positioning its platform at the forefront of 'agentic AI' for complex government workflows, even as its stock faces significant market pressure.
As Hub Group prepares to release its fourth-quarter results, the logistics firm faces analyst expectations of a 5.8% year-over-year revenue drop. The report comes amid a volatile period for the transportation sector, with peers delivering mixed performances.
Rockwell Automation (NYSE:ROK) is set to release its quarterly earnings before markets open Thursday. Investors are watching to see if the industrial automation leader can maintain its recent strong performance amid a mixed sector outlook.
Logistics firm Stord has taken over a key Quiet Logistics fulfillment center in Dallas, securing a pipeline of customers as American Eagle Outfitters winds down its third-party logistics subsidiary. The move marks another strategic acquisition for the rapidly growing company.
At the FreightWaves F3 Festival, Echo Global Logistics' Christopher Clemmensen detailed how a shift to private ownership fuels long-term tech investment and a customer-driven strategy, helping shippers navigate trade shifts, labor shortages, and sustainability pressures.
American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) is restructuring its supply chain, winding down its Quiet Logistics third-party service and consolidating fulfillment centers. The move comes as the retailer's stock shows strong long-term gains but faces near-term volatility, raising questions about its current valuation and strategic focus.
