Pandora’s Canada distribution center to help bypass US tariffs

Previously, online orders destined for Canada had to pass through U.S. customs.

Cyberattack hits Hasbro, impacting orders and shipping

The major U.S. toymaker and entertainment company is still working to assess if company data was stolen in the attack.

Trump adjusts tariffs for steel, aluminum, copper

Goods made entirely of the metals will still face a 50% tariff, but the levy will be reduced to 25% for certain derivative goods, effective April 6.

How FedEx, UPS shippers can limit fuel surcharge pressures

Securing discounts, trimming overall delivery charges and tapping alternative carriers are among the methods customers should explore, experts said.

Hormel modernizes supply chain with AI planning platform

The branded food company is using o9’s forecasting tools to model demand drivers, reduce manual overrides and sharpen seasonal forecast accuracy.

Trump slaps steep tariffs on patented drug imports

The 100% tariff will go into effect on July 31 for several major pharmaceutical companies — with full-scale implementation to begin in September.

Williams-Sonoma isn’t planning for tariff refunds anytime soon

The home goods retailer isn’t baking any potential returns for eliminated tariffs into its 2026 financial expectations, executives said on a recent earnings call.

Trucking capacity crunch draws shippers to intermodal

Shippers are taking advantage of current market conditions before intermodal pricing catches up to over-the-road rates, per Uber Freight.

Amazon to apply 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge on fulfillment

The increase, averaging 17 cents per unit for U.S. Fulfillment by Amazon services, comes as supply chains grapple with rising fuel costs tied to the Iran war.

Walmart to close Massachusetts fulfillment center

Operations at the Worcester facility will be relocated to other locations, with employee layoffs slated to begin in May.

Diesel price surge slows, but California costs still swell

The Golden State’s on-highway average increased by about 35 cents week over week to nearly $7.22 per gallon.

FedEx’s next AI leap to feature RFID, robotics

The carrier is scaling its use of physical assets powered by AI to strengthen network reliability and improve connectivity with shippers, a FedEx executive said.

Manufacturing sector expands for third consecutive month, but war, tariffs cause worry: PMI

Price increases in 17 of the 18 economic sectors tracked are a particular concern and are impacting business operations, according to survey respondents.

CBP’s tariff refund process will take up to 45 days to deliver returns

The agency is on track to begin accepting refund requests by April 20, per a filing with the Court of International Trade.

Updated April 2, 2026

Fareway breaks ground on distribution center expansion

The Midwestern grocery chain expects the 105,000-square-foot freezer building expansion to help it better serve its stores in addition to laying the foundation for future investments in automation.

Gap feels confident about inventory levels, tariff mitigation

The retailer remains focused on what it calls “stringent” and "disciplined" inventory practices, per a March 5 earnings call

Hasbro opens distribution hub to cut costs, speed deliveries

The Georgia facility will shrink the toymaker’s logistics network while adding resilience and efficiencies.

How food manufacturers can benefit from AI and other technologies

Experts at the virtual Food Manufacturing Summit said companies can leverage technologies such as artificial intelligence to comply with U.S. regulations and heighten food safety.