March 13, 2026 - Today's Industrial Market News from Industrialinfo.com

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Why are U.S. manufacturers reporting higher capital‑expenditure expectations and optimism?

Christine Ramos 0:11

This is the World Industrial News for Friday, March 13th. Brought to you by Industrial Info Resources of Sugar Land, Texas. U.S. manufacturers continue to report an uptrend in expected capital expenditures and optimism based on the latest outlook survey by the National Association of Manufacturers, although respondents indicated challenges remain.

How is Venezuelan crude oil production trending compared to last year according to OPEC data?

Christine Ramos 0:34

Still, Industrial Info's project data shows U.S. manufacturing industry construction remains robust. While the international market focus is squarely on oil in the Middle East, data released Thursday from OPEC economists show Venezuelan crude oil production remains below year-ago levels. After reining in U.S. investments in order to get a better grasp on the country's tariff policies, renewables incentives and permitting policies, Germany's RWE is targeting projects in the U.S.

What are Germany’s RWE’s U.S. power‑sector investment plans through 2031?

Christine Ramos 1:06

power sector with renewed vigor. This week, the company announced global investment plans through 2031 of 35 billion euros. or more than $40 billion across the world, with just under half of this going toward projects in the U.S. The company plans to grow its U.S. generation portfolio from 13 GW today to 22 GW by 2031.

How is Rio Tinto financing its Rincon lithium project and what does it mean for Argentina’s lithium exports?

Christine Ramos 1:32

Rio Tinto has secured financing for its Rincon lithium project, one of the lithium projects targeting future operations in Argentina. Lithium exports generated $905 million for the country in 2025. For details on these and other breaking news, read the full stories at industrialinfo.com. I'm Christine Ramos, reporting for Industrial Info News.

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