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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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    As Scope 3 expectations rise, supplier data and clean energy decisions are now shaping buyers’ reporting timelines. Bernd Dittrich via Unsplash

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    Why supplier emissions are becoming a priority for 2026

    As 2026 approaches, Scope 3 expectations are rising. Buyers now need supplier data, participation, and action earlier in the year to avoid gaps in reporting.

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    La-Z-Boy volumes remain steady after tariff-driven price hike

    The furniture maker expects current pricing to hold despite the Trump administration's plans to raise tariffs on upholstered furniture on Jan. 1.

  • 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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    Chick-fil-A to open Florida distribution center

    The 244,000-square-foot facility is expected to be operational in 2027, serving 170 restaurants.

  • A worker loads packages into a FedEx truck on June 20, 2023 in San Francisco, California.
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    UPS, FedEx up fuel surcharge rates for domestic, ground deliveries

    Increases to fuel fee calculations have been a key contributor to escalating shipping costs in 2025.

  • Standard Bots CEO Evan Beard testifying at a U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee hearing on November 18.
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    US robotics maker urges manufacturing reforms, citing cost concerns

    Standard Bots CEO Evan Beard said at a recent congressional hearing that inexpensive robots from China will flood the U.S. market unless action is taken.

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    10 Roads Express to permanently shutter

    The closing, driven by a 70% loss in revenue from the U.S. Postal Service, affects thousands of workers, the company told Trucking Dive.

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    ​​​​​​​Amazon upgrades tools for seller returns

    The e-commerce giant introduced another way for sellers to determine "keep it" returns eligibility and launched a dashboard with returns insights.

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    US removes UK pharma tariffs

    The proposed exemption, part of a framework deal between the two countries, also covers pharmaceutical ingredients and medical technology.

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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 Nov. 20, 2025
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    Provided by Nissan Motor Co. 

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    Tariffs remain heart of uncertainty: PMI

    The levies have led sectors such as transportation equipment to offshore operations rather than expand in the U.S., said Susan Spence, chair of the ISM’s Manufacturing Business Survey Committee.

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    CH Robinson expands presence in El Paso, TX, fueled by cross-border growth

    The brokerage added 450,000 square feet of warehousing and cross-docking space in the Texas city.

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    Can artificial Christmas tree companies spruce things up for next year?

    No one wanted to put tariffs on Christmas, says the National Tree Company CEO. But what happens when your raw materials are made outside the U.S.?

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    TikTok Shop tightens Postal Service shipping options for sellers

    USPS shipping labels must be purchased through TikTok Shipping starting in January or face rejection, per the e-commerce platform.

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    GE Appliances injects $150M into domestic sourcing efforts

    The manufacturer signed contracts with 22 suppliers across 10 states to supply materials and components for its laundry factory in Louisville, Kentucky.

  • U.S. President Donald Trump stands next to South Korea President Lee Jae Myung in front of several flags from both countries.
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    US, South Korea formalize details of July trade pact

    The U.S. will limit tariffs on imports from South Korea to 15%, including on cars and auto parts. The rates are retroactively effective as of Nov. 1.

    Updated Dec. 2, 2025
  • Tyson to shutter major beef plant in Nebraska amid US cattle shortage

    The meatpacker is set to lay off more than 3,200 workers and cut production at a Texas facility as it positions the business for “long term success.”  

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    How a patch maker for Levi’s, New Era is combating tariff challenges

    Florida-based World Emblem is boosting U.S. capacity and building a plant in the Dominican Republic to counter duty uncertainty. 

  • Shipping containers sit stacked in a port on June 09, 2022 in Bayonne, New Jersey.
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    Port Authority of New York, New Jersey head to step down

    Rick Cotton is set to retire in January after more than eight years at the helm of the agency overseeing the two states' major transportation and trade assets.

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    Lowe’s advances inventory optimization efforts

    The retailer is on pace to cut 15% of its SKUs by the end of 2025 while upgrading demand planning, allocation and replenishment.

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    USPS projects package deliveries will drive FY26 revenue boost

    The Postal Service wants to accelerate growth in package shipping amid forecasted declines in its international business and other segments.

  • In Philadelphia, union hotel workers at the Wyndham Historic District hotel walked off the job on Nov. 8, 2025.
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    Front-line workers are more difficult to find, train and retain, study says

    Employers’ previous assumptions about how easily essential workers can be hired or replaced have become increasingly unreliable, according to a Josh Bersin report.

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    TJX says favorable ocean freight costs boosted Q3 results

    The retailer's CFO said it's unclear if the tailwind will persist in Q4 amid a volatile ocean market.

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    Canada Post, union reach deals in principle, halting strike activity

    Contractual language still has to be agreed upon before the proposals are sent to Canadian Union of Postal Workers members for a vote.

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    Kroger acknowledges that its bet on robotics went too far

    The retailer’s move to close three automated fulfillment centers reflects changes in grocery e-commerce since launching its partnership with Ocado.