Foxconn, the world’s largest contract electronics manufacturer, has adjusted its 2025 outlook as currency fluctuations and U.S. trade uncertainties offset strong growth in AI server demand. The company remains focused on AI-driven expansion while navigating global supply chain risks.

The Trump administration’s aggressive trade measures—including a 125% tariff on Chinese goods and tighter AI export restrictions—have created new hurdles for the global AI industry. Companies like Nvidia face financial setbacks and supply chain challenges, while broader markets reel from increased uncertainty.

After Trump’s new tariffs sparked trade tension, Chinese state media responded with AI-generated music and films to spotlight the human cost of the policy. From emotional lyrics to sci-fi metaphors, Beijing is leveraging artificial intelligence to shape global narratives on economic hardship and international cooperation.