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Trump tariffs
Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of US trade actions
President Donald Trump has rolled out a deluge of tariffs in his second term and is promising more. Here’s where each tariff — whether in place or proposed — currently stands.
Updated May 7, 2026 -
Walmart ties expected tariff refunds to price strategy amid cost pressures
CFO John David Rainey said potential recoveries would be directed toward lowering prices as fuel costs pressure consumers.
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FedEx Network 2.0: Tracking closures, layoffs across the US
The logistics giant is shutting down ship centers as part of its plan to streamline operations. Here's how the overhaul is progressing.
Updated April 22, 2026 -
New rail data requirement a ‘win’ for shippers, expert says
Class I railroads will soon need to report two additional metrics, which a former BNSF director said could boost service transparency.
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CBP raises accepted tariff refunds to $85B
As of May 22, about $20.6 billion in certified refunds with interest have been completed through Customs and Border Protection’s dedicated portal.
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Novelis aluminum plant to resume operations following fire damage
The company has started commissioning its New York plant and expects to ramp up hot mill production in the coming weeks.
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Full tariff refunds for de minimis imports? US says no
A lawsuit aims to revive the exemption and land refunds on all tariffs for shipments that would have qualified, but the Justice Department offered a rebuttal.
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Tracking the speed, dwell and cars of Class I railroads
This dashboard shows the average speed, dwell time and cars online for all of the Class I railroads operating in the U.S.
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Target touts improved inventory turns in Q1
The retailer aims to leverage artificial intelligence tools alongside its two new facilities to reduce volatility and in-stock issues.
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Walmart rolling out simplified inbound logistics for suppliers
The retailer's Prepaid Consolidation Program enables suppliers to send products to one location, rather than managing shipments to multiple distribution centers.
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Sherwin-Williams partnership enables outbound volume boost during peak
The paint brand partnered with ITS Logistics for transport from its Nevada distribution center to circumvent capacity issues.
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Opinion
Automation doesn’t make supply chains fragile — poor integration does
Effectively employing technology across functions is the key to sustaining supply chain strength, according to Temitope Daniel Akanbi, senior manager at Procter & Gamble.
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How do AI, software fit into warehouse robotics?
Investing in intelligent software systems is crucial for warehouse operators that employ robotics.
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Supply chain resiliency increasingly trumps cost in perma-crisis era
As multiple “black swan” events have disrupted the flow of goods, more companies are moving away from historical just-in-time inventory management.
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What Mattress Firm gained from contactless delivery
The shipping option has added customer flexibility and freed up drivers’ time despite early hurdles, executives said at Home Delivery World 2026.
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Retrieved from J&J Snack Foods.
J&J Snack Foods completes plant consolidation, turns to distribution
The frozen snack food manufacturer expects the network changes to save $15 million annually.
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Procurement leaders urge incremental AI adoption to avoid heavy spend
Managing the cost of using AI rests on starting low-risk pilots and scaling the technology slowly, executives said at the Institute for Supply Management World 2026 conference.
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Matson reports air-to-ocean freight conversions amid Iran war
The U.S.-based ocean carrier benefited from elevated freight costs and reduced air cargo capacity in select markets, CEO Matthew Cox said.
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Albertsons launches AI-powered produce inspection tool
The technology supports the grocer's quality inspectors in its distribution centers, Chief Supply Chain Officer Evan Rainwater said.
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Danone to close plant-based dairy facility in New Jersey
The Silk and So Delicious manufacturer said 114 workers will be laid off and production will be reassigned to other U.S. facilities.
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EU lawmakers back US trade pact with built-in safeguards
The European Parliament and EU Council agreed to eliminate tariffs on U.S. industrial goods, retaining the power to suspend cuts if Washington exceeds the agreed-upon duties.
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Muted peak season expected as ocean shippers delay contract signing
Despite market uncertainty, some shippers like Bob’s Discount Furniture and Dollar Tree have expressed confidence in their ocean freight contracts.
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FedEx board approves trucking business spinoff
A new stand-alone FedEx Freight may resemble a start-up, but the LTL carrier is far from it, experts say.
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Under Armour reaches 25% SKU reduction goal
The retailer has made efforts to trim its product mix over the last two years as part of a more disciplined inventory management strategy.
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Havertys Furniture battles rising fuel costs across supply chain
The retailer is facing elevated vendor input costs and higher delivery fleet expenses as Iran war ripple effects challenge the furniture industry.