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Trump tariffs
Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of international trade actions
The U.S. has rolled out a deluge of tariffs, sparking responses from trading partners. Here's where each tariff – threatened or realized – currently stands.
Updated Oct. 10, 2025 -
Ocean rates hit lowest levels since late 2023
The dip in prices comes as maritime shippers contend with U.S. fees on China-linked vessels and a ceasefire pact that could help reopen Red Sea transport.
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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 Aug. 6, 2025 -
USPS plans to launch 14 new sorting and delivery centers next month
Half of the additions will be in California as the agency further consolidates work handled by delivery units into larger facilities.
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US weighs penalties on nations favoring IMO’s maritime decarbonization plan
Vessels for countries supporting the Net-Zero Framework, a tax aiming to trim shipping emissions, could face blocked port entries or visa restrictions.
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US sets 100% tariffs for China-linked ship-to-shore cranes
The new duties will take effect Nov. 9 and could be followed by 150% levies on other port-related equipment.
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How a cookware company is using Amazon’s supply chain services
Avacraft is simplifying inventory management and documentation processes with support from the e-commerce giant’s offerings, CEO Asha Kangralkar said.
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JM Smucker to spend over $120M on Hostess plant expansion
The investment comes as the food giant aims for the 2026 closure of an Indianapolis facility that produced goods for the Twinkies-making brand.
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Trump plans fresh China tariffs in response to rare earth export controls
The 100% duties will begin Nov. 1 and stack on existing levies, the president said Friday, seemingly squashing a monthslong trade truce.
Updated Oct. 14, 2025 -
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.
Updated Sept. 26, 2025 -
To move or not to move? Manufacturers hesitant to nearshore before USMCA review
While some companies are using regional supply chains or leaning on tariff exemptions by maximizing compliance, others are frozen in place.
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Tyson agrees to record $85M settlement in pork price-fixing lawsuit
Meatpacking giants have agreed to pay nearly $200 million to address allegations they illegally conspired to limit bacon, ham and sausage supply to boost profits.
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Canada Post workers to scale back strike, shift to rotating stoppages
While the nationwide disruption is set to end Saturday, the carrier and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers remain far apart in contract negotiations.
Updated Oct. 10, 2025 -
With de minimis gone, UPS halts money-back guarantee on US imports
The carrier's suspension of its “Service Guarantee” on Oct. 2 stems from increased risks of delays after the trade tool's elimination.
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Manufacturers focus on supply chain costs, look to AI amid uncertainty
Global disruptions, including tariffs, are hindering manufacturers’ ability to innovate, according to a recent KPMG survey.
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Ikea operator acquires AI logistics platform
Ingka Group’s investment arm has bought U.S.-based Locus to help improve delivery, something the home retailer previously outsourced.
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Novelis faces extended production disruption after fire, impacting auto supply chain
The major aluminum sheet maker will keep the hot mill in its Oswego, New York, plant closed until early 2026.
Updated Oct. 15, 2025 -
US tariffs impact seasonal air cargo flows in September
The average spot price fell 4% year over year to $2.54 per kilogram, per a Xeneta report.
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Calvin Klein parent company names chief supply chain officer
Patricia Gabriel will leave Capri Holdings, owner of Jimmy Choo and Versace, to lead global operations for PVH Corp.
Updated Oct. 8, 2025 -
CFOs expect tariff-fueled price pressures to persist into 2026
On average, CFOs say price growth at their organizations would be roughly 25% lower in 2026 if not for the impact of tariffs, according to survey results.
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Takeda to test wind-powered cargo vessel
The drug company plans to ship refrigerated pharmaceuticals on startup Vela's first commercial voyage to the U.S. next year.
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Tariffs aren’t swaying fashion brands toward domestic sourcing
Ongoing U.S. trade policy uncertainty and the need for significant production investments present industry hurdles, per a 2025 fashion benchmarking study.
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Kroger to use DoorDash’s DashMart service for delivery
Building on a nationwide partnership announced last week, the grocer will rely on the service’s sites to fulfill groceries and household goods.
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4 ways Walmart is scaling AI to unify its supply chain
“End to end, every segment of what we do is driven by some form of intelligence,” said Indira Uppuluri, SVP of supply chain technology.
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New York City to expand delivery locker initiative
The LockerNYC pilot program, which is growing to 70 locations, looks to tackle package theft and traffic congestion in the Big Apple.