Rare-Earth Supply for Defense: REalloys secured access to Appalachian rare-earth feedstock tied to a Pentagon deadline, aiming to cut China-origin magnet metals from U.S. defense supply chains. Energy Policy & Grid Reliability: The Trump administration announced $850M for coal plant modernization and new coal capacity using Defense Production Act authorities, drawing criticism from clean-energy advocates. Florida Manufacturing & Jobs: IKO North America broke ground on a $50M insulation plant in Brant County, expanding XPS production and adding 30–45 jobs, with Florida-linked supply-chain implications for building materials. Port & Retail Growth: Portage’s BJ’s Wholesale Club is moving ahead with a new 100,000-square-foot store, signaling continued regional warehouse and retail expansion. Defense Tech Manufacturing: Laser Photonics completed its Lake Mary LSAD anti-drone prototype and is moving into demonstration with U.S. and international defense stakeholders. Working Capital for Manufacturers: Oxford Commercial Finance surpassed $275M in active working-capital facilities for U.S. small and mid-sized businesses, with manufacturing the biggest share. Trademark Fight in South Florida: Stinger Golf sued LIV Golf over alleged unauthorized use of the STINGER name, with the case in the Southern District of Florida. Capital Markets: Quantum Cyber plans an advanced filament manufacturing division in Connecticut to vertically integrate materials for drone production.