Chip Shortage Makes Big Dent in Automakers’ U.S. Sales

General Motors, Toyota, Honda, Stellantis and Nissan reported recent declines as problems in the global supply chain held down output and inventories.

Gas Shortages Awaken Britain to Some Crucial Workers: Truck Drivers

Dwindling pay, poor roadside conditions and post-Brexit immigration rules have led to a critical shortage of drivers. Despite appeals, some say they are reluctant to return.

Retailers’ Latest Headache: Shutdowns at Their Vietnamese Suppliers

Factories in the country, a major apparel and footwear supplier to the U.S., have been forced by the pandemic to close or operate at reduced capacity, complicating the all-important holiday season.

The U.K.’s Gas Crisis Is a Brexit Crisis, Too

Until now, the government has blamed Covid-related restrictions for a spate of shortages. But as virus restrictions ease and fuel runs short, the focus is shifting to Britain’s exit from the E.U.

Oil prices near a three-year high as an energy crunch looms.

Analysts say soaring natural gas prices are helping push oil futures higher, as Brent crude briefly topped $80 a barrel.

Britain’s Gas Crisis, Explained

A shortage of truck drivers has led to empty fuel pumps around the country, creating long lines at gas stations and panic buying.

How Covid Misinformation Created a Run on Animal Medicine

Veterinarians, ranchers and farmers say they are struggling with the effects of the surging demand for ivermectin, a deworming drug.

No Veggies, No Buns, Few Forks: Schools Scramble to Feed Students Amid Shortages

Schools across the country are offering less healthy lunch options as they struggle with dwindling supplies, delayed shipments and fewer cafeteria workers.

Power Outages Hit China, Threatening the Economy and Christmas

High demand and soaring energy prices have forced some factories to shut down, adding further problems for already snarled global supply chains.

U.K. Offers Thousands of Visas to Foreign Truckers to Ease Driver Shortage

The move reflects growing alarm within the government about a disruption to supplies that has prompted panic buying and, in some cases, caused fuel to run out at gas stations.

In Britain, Rising Prices and Shortages Evoke 1970s-Style Jitters

The nation’s economy is very different from the bleak days of the 70s, but certain parallels are unnerving Britons and loom as a potential headache for Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

In Race for 5G, Alarm and Security Services Get Stuck in the Middle

Covid-19 shutdowns and chip shortages have made it more difficult to upgrade devices and meet a deadline set by AT&T.

In Race for 5G, Alarm and Security Services Get Stuck in the Middle

Covid-19 shutdowns and chip shortages have made it more difficult to upgrade devices and meet a deadline set by AT&T.

At Covid Summit, Biden Sets Ambitious Goals for Vaccinating the World

But his plans face a tough road as pressure grows for big pharmaceutical companies to share their vaccine technologies with poorer nations.

‘I Just Cry All the Time’: Non-Covid Patients Despair Over Delayed Care

In areas inundated with coronavirus patients, hospitals have postponed treatments and surgeries for people with other serious conditions.

‘Can’t Compete’: Why Hiring for Child Care Is a Huge Struggle

The Biden administration is trying to address a problem with private child care that has worsened during the pandemic.

‘Can’t Compete’: Why Hiring for Child Care Is a Huge Struggle

The Biden administration is trying to address a problem with private child care that has worsened during the pandemic.

Global Supply Shortages Reach All the Way to a Haitian Aid Group

Continuing disruption to factory production and bottlenecks in shipping are leaving nonprofit groups short of goods for vulnerable communities worldwide.

Opinion | Rich Countries Worry About Booster Shots. They Should Be Worried About Africa.

Just 20 percent of people in low- and lower-middle-income countries have had a Covid-19 vaccine dose — versus 80 percent in richer countries.

Opinion | Our Drug Supply Is Sick. How Can We Fix It?

Competition for market share at rock-bottom prices has led to shortages, price spikes, allegations of price-fixing and substandard and even dangerous practices.