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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 Dec. 22, 2025 -
Cyber risks grow as manufacturers turn to AI and cloud systems
Data classification and encryption are essential shields for the highly targeted sector, experts said.
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UPS’ Happy Returns pilots AI tool to halt decoy returns fraud
The company's Return Vision software compares returned products with images from the retailer, a capability being used by Everlane and others.
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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 -
Transpacific ocean rates spike to start 2026
Lunar New Year demand helped push prices from Asia to the U.S. West Coast up 22% week over week, Freightos reported.
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For FedEx, returns a key piece in growing digital toolkit
An executive said the carrier is prioritizing simplicity and a seamless experience in its reverse logistics services, which include Easy Returns and Branded Returns.
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CBP to cease paper-based refunds
The moves comes as importers continue to wait for a Supreme Court ruling on executive tariff powers that could lead to a rush of refund requests.
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Employees say they’re fuzzy on their employers’ AI strategy
Front-line workers in sectors such as retail, healthcare and manufacturing are less likely to use AI than those in “knowledge-based” jobs, according to Gallup.
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Volvo to open $37.7M regional distribution hub in Washington state
The truck manufacturer aims to optimize parts delivery for dealers in the U.S. Northwest and Western Canada.
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Amazon expands rural delivery with Oklahoma last-mile station
The 30,000-square-foot facility in Weatherford is slated to break ground in early 2026, which the city said will improve delivery speeds in the area.
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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 Jan. 8, 2026 -
US manufacturing activity drops to lowest point of 2025: PMI
Weak demand and tariff effects are weighing on companies as the U.S.’ recent military operation in Venezuela adds more uncertainty to the mix.
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FedEx nabs more BMW business as part of B2B push
The carrier highlighted new programs and tools in its efforts to gain volume from shippers in automotive, healthcare and other high-value verticals.
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Jim Beam halts production at flagship Kentucky distillery
The bourbon maker is pausing operations for a year at its main manufacturing plant as it battles declining alcohol consumption and high barrel-aging taxes.
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Retrieved from McLane.
Revisiting big c-store supply chain moves of 2025
Love’s and Circle K were among the retailers to sign new or expanded supplier deals, while Kwik Trip and RaceTrac opened distribution centers.
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White House delays furniture tariff increases for a year
The U.S. is pushing back duty increases due to "productive negotiations" with trading partners, keeping the current 25% rate in effect.
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Year in pictures
Tariffs, strikes and tragedies: How 2025 transformed supply chains
Supply chains faced tumult, with changes to U.S. trade policies and labor unrest contributing to a mosaic of uncertainty. Here is a visual look at the busy year.
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US plans fresh China semiconductor tariffs for 2027
The duty rate will be set at least 30 days before the implementation date and stack on top of existing levies, per a Federal Register filing.
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US nabs $1B in duty revenue after de minimis phaseout
The exemption's end has also led to an 82% jump in seizures of low-cost goods considered unsafe or noncompliant, per Customs and Border Protection.
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Duluth Trading’s efforts to rightsize inventory receipts pay off
The workwear retailer plans to have its stock reflect more of its core products and will cut SKUs throughout 2026.
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Canada Post reaches tentative contract agreements with union
The deals will soon face a ratification vote from Canadian Union of Postal Workers members after a drawn out negotiations process.
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Academy Sports and Outdoors touts cargo frontloading wins
Although it was “sweaty knuckles” at first, moving goods ahead of tariff escalations enabled the retailer to sell items at last year’s prices, EVP and CFO Earl Ford said.
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Ford cancels $6.5B battery supply contract with LG Energy Solution
The automaker also dissolved its BlueOval SK battery joint venture with SK On earlier this month as it shifts away from EVs.
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USMCA review: 5 supply chain issues the US plans to address
The United States won’t “rubber stamp” an extension of the pact next summer and will instead look to fix a few structural issues, per U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
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Calvin Klein owner sees higher inventory costs due to tariffs
PVH Corp. reported that inventory costs were up 3% year over year — the bulk of which was attributed to tariffs.