Mars to Pour $2 Billion Into U.S. Plants by 2026

Confectionery and pet-care maker Mars Inc. plans to spend about $2 billion on its U.S. manufacturing network by 2026, the Wall Street Journal reported. The privately held company is expected to direct the funds toward expanding and modernizing domestic plants that produce its food, treats and other consumer goods. The commitment underscores continued interest by global brands in bolstering U.S. production capacity amid supply-chain reconfigurations and persistent tariffs on imported goods. Details on specific factory upgrades or job additions were not disclosed in the report.