Export/import price indexes and trade indices - May 2026 (preliminary)
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Export/Import Price Indexes and Trade Indexes - May 2026 (preliminary)
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released preliminary data for export/import price indexes and trade indexes in May 2026, with further details available in attached files.
Euro area sees €1.0 billion trade deficit in goods with rest of world in April 2026
The euro area experienced a trade deficit of €1.0 billion in goods with the rest of the world in April 2026, a significant decrease from the €8.7 billion surplus in April 2025
Taiwan Sees 19.54% Increase in Foreign Direct Investment from January to May 2026
Taiwan reported a significant surge in foreign direct investment, with 979 projects totaling US$ 8,433,161,000 approved from January to May 2026, a 19.54% increase from the same period last year.
Record of Discussion of the Meeting of the Exchange Fund Advisory Committee Currency Board Sub-Committee held on 4 May 2026
The Exchange Fund Advisory Committee Currency Board Sub-Committee met on 4 May 2026 to discuss matters related to the Hong Kong Monetary Authority's monetary policy and currency management, resulting in a record of the meeting's discussion.
NRC Announces Intent to Prepare Environmental Impact Statement for Palisades SMR LLC
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is initiating a 30-day public scoping period to gather input on the scope of an environmental impact statement (EIS) for a dual-unit SMR-300 plant at the Palisades Energy Center in Covert, Michigan, as part of a phased construction permit application submitted by SMR, LLC on behalf of Palisades SMR LLC.
U.S. ITC Denies Review of Tesla's Intervention in Solar Cell Case
The U.S. International Trade Commission has determined not to review an initial determination granting Tesla, Inc.'s motion to intervene regarding Certain TOPCon Solar Cells, Modules, Panels, Components Thereof, and Products Containing Same.
MonolithIC 3D Inc. Files Complaint with U.S. International Trade Commission Over NAND and DRAM Memory Chips
MonolithIC 3D Inc. has filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission alleging violations of U.S. patents related to NAND and DRAM memory chips, and requesting an investigation into the importation and sale of these products.
US House Committee Cancels Hearing on Solar Import Relief
The US House Committee on Ways and Means will cancel a hearing on the effectiveness of import relief for crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells assembled into other products, amid concerns over the impact on the solar industry.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Extension of Collection; Comment Request; Safety Standard for Button Cell or Coin Batteries and Consumer Products Containing Such Batteries
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) requests public comments on a proposed extension of approval for information collection requirements related to Safety Standard for Button Cell or Coin Batteries and Consumer Products Containing Such Batteries, set to expire on October 31, 2026.
Cerilliant Corporation Seeks Registration as Controlled Substance Importer
Cerilliant Corporation has submitted an application to the government to be registered as an importer of controlled substances, including specific classes of drugs. For more information on the substances involved, please refer to the supplementary information provided.
Veranova, L.P. Applies to Register as Bulk Manufacturer of Controlled Substances
Veranova, L.P. has submitted a request to the regulatory authorities to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of controlled substances, a key step towards obtaining permission to produce and distribute these substances on a large scale.
VHG Labs DBA LGC Standards Seeks Registration as Controlled Substance Importer
VHG Labs DBA LGC Standards has submitted an application to the relevant authorities to be registered as an importer of controlled substances, a move that could impact the pharmaceutical industry.
EPA Lodges Proposed Changes to Clean Water Act Consent Decree
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has filed a notice of proposed material modification to a consent decree under the Clean Water Act, which aims to address environmental concerns related to a specific facility.
EPA Lodges Proposed Consent Decree for Contaminated Site Cleanup Under CERCLA
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has lodged a proposed consent decree with the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, outlining a plan to clean up contamination at a site in New Jersey under the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA)
Government Owned Inventions Available for License: Fluorophthalimides as Anti-Inflammatory Agents for Systemic and Neurodegenerative Disorders
The National Institute on Aging (NIA) is seeking partners to co-develop and license fluorophthalimides for treating systemic and neurodegenerative disorders as anti-inflammatory medications.
FDA Releases Draft Guidance for Industry on Forms FDA 3542a and FDA 3542: Questions and Answers
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has made available a draft guidance document aimed at addressing frequently asked questions about Forms FDA 3542a and FDA 3542, with the goal of helping applicants prepare and submit these forms to the FDA.
HRSA Requests Public Comment on 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Application, Implementation, and Evaluation
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has submitted a public comment request for the 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program Application, Implementation, and Evaluation to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. The request is in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, and the public has 30 days to submit comments.
CMS Seeks Public Input on Essential Health Benefits Framework and Typical Employer Plan Standard
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is requesting public input to inform a comprehensive review of the Essential Health Benefits (EHB) framework and the standard for typical employer plans under the Affordable Care Act. The review aims to assess the scope of benefits included in EHB and potential future policy changes.
Government Owned Inventions Available for License: 4-Amino-2-(Piperidin-3-yl)Isoindoline-1,3-Diones as Anti-Inflammatory Agents for Systemic Degenerative and Neurodegenerative Disorders
The National Institute on Aging is seeking partners to co-develop and license compounds for treating systemic degenerative and neurodegenerative disorders as anti-inflammatory medications.
FDA Amends Regulations to Provide Public with Unified Organizational Information
The Food and Drug Administration is updating its regulations to direct the public to its website for organizational and contact information, while revoking outdated rules to ensure timely updates.
30-Day Notice of Request for Renewal With Change of a Previously Approved Collection
The Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization is seeking public input on a proposal to renew an information collection, specifically the Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center (SBTTAC) Intake Form, with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The collection has an OMB Control Number of 2105-0554.
FAA Proposes Amendment to Class E Airspace at Bedford, IN Airport
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to update the airspace at Bedford, Indiana's airport to align with new requirements and support instrument flight rule procedures, following the decommissioning of a local VOR and updates to the airport's name in the FAA's database.
FAA Proposes Revocation of Class E Airspace at Lake Geneva, WI
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to revoke the Class E airspace at Lake Geneva, WI, due to the cancellation of instrument procedures and the closure of the airport.
FAA Proposes Changes to Airspace at Muncie and Alexandria Airports
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to amend Class D and Class E airspace at Muncie Municipal Airport in Indiana and revoke Class E airspace at Muncie and Alexandria airports, citing decommissioning of a VOR and cancellation of instrument procedures at Alexandria Airport.
FAA Proposes Amendment to Chicago/Rockford Airspace
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing to amend the Class D and Class E airspace at Chicago/Rockford, IL, in order to bring it into compliance with FAA orders and support instrument flight rule (IFR) procedures and operations, following a biennial airspace review.
Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Engines: FAA Supersedes Airworthiness Directive for Trent 1000 Engines
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has superseded Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2020-05-01, which applied to Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (RRD) Trent 1000 engines, requiring initial and repetitive borescope inspections of high-pressure turbine blades. The updated directive introduces improved HPT blades and expands inspection areas, while reducing certain thresholds and removing a life-limit.
FAA Adopts New Airworthiness Directive for Boeing 787 Airplanes
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Boeing 787-8, 787-9, and 787-10 airplanes, requiring the replacement of the mode control panel (MCP) and installation test to address an unsafe condition caused by uncommanded changes to the selected altitude.
FAA Adopts New Airworthiness Directive for Airbus A350-941 and -1041 Airplanes
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive requiring the replacement of primary flight control actuators on Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and -1041 airplanes due to mechanical overloads during acceptance testing.
FAA Adopts Airworthiness Directive for Bombardier Aircraft Due to Seat Frame Assembly Issue
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an airworthiness directive for certain Bombardier aircraft models, requiring modification of seat frame assemblies to address reports of improper assembly without applying Loctite in critical areas.
Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received by ASJR Aviation, LLC
ASJR Aviation, LLC has submitted a petition seeking relief from specific Federal Aviation Regulations, aiming to increase public awareness and participation in the FAA's exemption process, without affecting the petition's legal status or final outcome.
FAA Amends Jet Routes and VOR Airways
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has amended several Jet Routes and Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) airways, including correcting an error in the discussion of VOR airway V-170, in a move aimed at improving air traffic safety and efficiency.
Comment Request for EmpowHR/Person Model Non-Employee Data Sheet FNA-775
The US government is seeking public comment on a proposed information collection, FNA-775, which is used to gather personal identifiable information for background investigations of non-FNA employees, including contractors, interns, and volunteers.
Comment Request for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Operating Guidelines and Annual State Report on Verification of SNAP Participation
The U.S. government is seeking public comment on a proposed revision to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which includes updates to operating guidelines, forms, waivers, and an annual report on verification of SNAP participation, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.
U.S. Department of Agriculture to Assess Environmental Impact of Stillwater Mining Company's Proposed Amendment
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, and Montana Department of Environmental Quality are preparing an environmental impact statement to evaluate potential impacts of expanding mining-related surface disturbance on National Forest System lands and private lands, following a proposed amendment to the Stillwater Mine plan of operations by the Stillwater Mining Company.
USDA Proposes Modification to SNAP Information Database System of Records
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is proposing changes to its National Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information Database system, which is used to verify eligibility and maintain program integrity, in response to public comments and in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974 and OMB Circular A-108.
U.S. Department of Energy Launches Investigation into Energy Conservation Standards for Distribution Transformers
The U.S. Department of Energy is gathering information on how new energy conservation standards for distribution transformers, set to take effect in 2029, impact national defense and domestic manufacturing capacity, amid concerns over supply chain resilience and material availability.
60-Day Notice of Proposed Information Collection: Application Under the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction
The Department of State is seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for a new information collection related to the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, and is requesting public comments over the next 60 days.
US Department of State Proposes Changes to ITAR to Reduce Reporting Burden
The US Department of State proposes changes to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to simplify reporting on foreign defense sales and arms transfers, in line with Executive Order 14268's goal of reducing regulatory burdens.
U.S. Commerce Department Preliminarily Finds Chinese Van-Type Trailers Sold at Less Than Fair Value
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that van-type trailers and subassemblies from China are being sold in the U.S. at below-market prices, and is seeking public comment on this finding, which covers the period from April 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025.
U.S. Department of Commerce Imposes Countervailing Duty on Fiberglass Door Panels from China
The U.S. Department of Commerce has determined that producers and exporters of fiberglass door panels from China are receiving subsidies, prompting a countervailing duty to be imposed on these products.
U.S. Department of Commerce Determines Fiberglass Door Panels from China are Being Sold at Less Than Fair Value
The U.S. Department of Commerce has found that fiberglass door panels imported from China are being sold in the U.S. at prices lower than what is considered fair, based on an investigation that took place from July 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024.
Energy Recovery Inc. Seeks Approval for Desalination Equipment Production in Foreign-Trade Zone 18, Located in San Leandro, California
Energy Recovery Inc. has submitted a notification to the relevant authorities for approval of a proposed production activity involving desalination equipment within Foreign-Trade Zone 18 in San Leandro, California
Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to City of Kodiak St. Herman Harbor Infrastructure Rebuild Project
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued permits allowing the City of Kodiak to harm marine mammals during the rebuilding of the St. Herman Harbor in Kodiak, Alaska, as part of the Marine Mammal Protection Act regulations.
US Implements 2026 Tilefish Fisheries Specifications
The US has finalized rules for the 2026 fishing year for golden and blueline tilefish fisheries north of the North Carolina/Virginia border, aiming to prevent overfishing while maximizing yields, in line with the Magnuson-Stevens Act and the Tilefish Fishery Management Plan.
NMFS Announces 2026 Skate Specifications and Projects 2027 and 2028 Limits
The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) has released 2026 skate catch limits and projected 2027 and 2028 limits for the Northeast skate fishery, following the New England Fishery Management Council's recommendations, in an effort to establish consistent catch limits based on the latest scientific information and provide operational flexibility to fishery participants.
Rainbow Champaign LLC Seeks Approval for Herbicide Production in Foreign-Trade Zone 114, Located in Champaign, Illinois
Rainbow Champaign LLC has submitted a proposal to operate in Foreign-Trade Zone 114 in Champaign, Illinois, for the production of herbicides, a type of pesticide
U.S. Department of Commerce Preliminary Results and Rescission of Antidumping Duty Administrative Review for Welded Line Pipe from South Korea
The U.S. Department of Commerce has preliminarily found that companies producing welded line pipe from South Korea sold their products at below-market prices during the review period from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024. The department is also rescinding the review for 26 companies, and is seeking public comment on the preliminary results.
Department of Labor Seeks Comments on Proposed Extension of Information Collection Request for Wage Classifications and Fringe Benefit Plans
The Department of Labor is soliciting comments on a proposed extension of an information collection request related to wage classifications and fringe benefit plans under the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts and Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, aiming to reduce paperwork burden and ensure data reporting efficiency.
Illinois Declares Disaster After Oak Lawn Apartment Complex Fire
The state of Illinois has issued an administrative declaration of a disaster in response to the Oak Lawn Apartment Complex fire, which occurred on June 10, 2026