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    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 Nov. 21, 2025
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    When every missed delivery costs you twice

    Failed deliveries and returns don’t just frustrate customers. They drain profits through replacements, refunds and repeat deliveries.

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    Burberry names chief operating and supply chain officer

    Matteo Calonaci succeeds Supply Chain and Industrial Officer Klaus Bierbrauer, who will remain with the company during a transition period.

  • The FedEx logo is displayed at a FedEx ship center on February 1, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
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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
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    Food giant Kellanova leans on regenerative agriculture to slash supply chain emissions

    The deal with Varaha will transition 12,500 acres of corn farms in the food manufacturer’s supply chain to sustainable practices to reduce around 100,000 tons of CO2.

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    US to impose 15% tariff on Nicaragua for human rights concerns

    The Trump administration plans to phase in the levy over two years, starting on Jan. 1, 2027, citing findings from a Section 301 probe. 

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    Trade groups urge swift USMCA renewal with key sector revisions

    Organizations representing auto parts makers to consumer brands are pushing for duty-free trade and stronger cross-border economic ties.

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    Fed trims main rate by quarter-point, forecasts one cut in 2026

    Policymakers reduced borrowing costs for the third time in 2025 amid persistent signs of cooling in the labor market.

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    Walmart launches drone delivery in metro Atlanta

    The retailer also plans to expand the service to cities including Houston; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Orlando and Tampa in Florida.

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    Kroger cancels plans for additional automated fulfillment center

    The cancellation — along with the closure of a spoke facility in Tennessee — continues the grocer’s pullback of its e-commerce network.

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    Hormel Foods turns to pricing, supply chain revamp to battle meat inflation

    The global branded food company expects beef costs to remain high throughout fiscal 2026 while pork costs ease.

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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.

    Updated Dec. 11, 2025
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    DHL adds Tesla Semi to California fleet

    The 3PL plans to grow its EV truck fleet in 2026 as part of its long-term net-zero plan. 

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    November air cargo volumes up as shippers stick to traditional cycles

    Prices declined across all major trade lanes, with the average global spot rate standing at $2.73 per kilogram, down 5% YoY, Xeneta reported.

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    Amazon targets carbon emission cuts at grocery fulfillment centers

    The e-commerce giant recorded a 15% reduction at three sites in a pilot of Trane Technologies’ BrainBox AI tool, which will be deployed nationally.

  • President Donald Trump at the White House on Dec. 8, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
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    Trump threatens 5% tariff on Mexico goods

    The U.S. president said he would install the levies due to Mexico’s non-compliance with a treaty governing water flow between the countries.

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    Compete or complement? Trucking foresees mixed intermodal impact from merger of rail giants

    Winners and losers will emerge in road transport as Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern join forces, according to industry experts.

  • Packages of Dunkin' Donuts and Folgers coffee are displayed on a shelf at a grocery store.
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    JM Smucker cancels new coffee price hikes after tariffs lifted

    The food and beverage maker expects a less volatile coffee market in the future after the Trump administration exempted the commodity from levies.

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    Trump orders investigation into food supply chains for possible price fixing

    Under pressure to address rising grocery costs, the president directed new task forces to determine whether anticompetitive behavior exists, particularly among foreign-owned companies. 

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    Mango taps AI for sourcing quality, compliance

    Using Inspectorio’s software, the retailer can digitize and standardize lab-testing analytics to drive supply chain improvements.

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    Gap’s supply chain productivity gains fuel holiday confidence

    Technology upgrades in fulfillment centers and more rigorous inventory management have the company feeling strong amid the year-end retail rush.

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    Nike expands chief supply chain officer’s role

    Venkatesh Alagirisamy will now also oversee the technology division as the sneaker giant’s chief operating officer, a newly established position.

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    Nexperia spat shows automotive supply chains vulnerable to geopolitics

    Manufacturers must guard against production disruptions from other international dustups, says Moody’s Supply Chain Director Sapna Amlani.

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    Old Navy taps DoorDash for same-day deliveries

    The retailer joins a growing roster of companies who have tapped into the app’s on-demand retail delivery services in recent years. 

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    US Energy Department offers $134M to boost rare earth recovery projects

    The agency plans to fund efforts to draw rare earth metals from discarded electronics and other sources to strengthen the domestic critical mineral supply chain.

  • Products are displayed at a Bath & Body Works store on June 12, 2024 in Hayward, California.
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    Bath & Body Works pursues SKU simplification

    The personal care and home fragrance company will exit less successful or unproductive categories, like men's grooming and hair, starting next spring.