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Trump tariffsTrump’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.
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Import surge expected amid tariff reprieve: NRF port tracker
The U.S.-China tariff reduction is spurring retailers to get cargo moving again, although demand will be muted versus last year, a report projects.
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Mizuno to phase out kangaroo leather
The company said it planned to gradually stop using the marsupial skin in its products but didn’t give a specific timeline.
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Trump tariffsTrump says tariff deal with China is ‘done’
The proposed agreement, pending approval from both countries, sets 55% tariffs on imports from China and a 10% rate on U.S. products, the president said Wednesday.
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Trump tariffsTrump’s tariffs can stay while appeal weighed, court rules
Oral arguments are tentatively set for July 31 in the case, which is centered around the president’s authority to impose sweeping duties.
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GM is investing $4B in three plants to boost domestic production
The automaker says the investments will provide it with the capacity to build 2 million vehicles a year in the U.S.
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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 June 12, 2025 -
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Deep DiveC-store execs aren’t too concerned about tariffs. Experts think they should be.
Convenience leaders don’t expect tariffs to hurt their operations, but industry analysts believe the levies could result in higher operating costs and fewer store visits.
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Canada Post: Labor negotiations remain in ‘longstanding impasse’
Progress has been limited even as Canada’s job minister pushes the carrier and its workers’ union to arrange arbitration terms.
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Dollar General sees ‘big win’ from SKU reduction
The discount retailer has already cut 1,000 product types from its assortment to make shelf space for in-demand inventory.
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FedEx bumps up fuel surcharge rates
The logistics giant also began applying its delivery area surcharge to new ZIP codes, creating more pricing changes for shippers to navigate.
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Kohl’s shifts inventory strategy to curb tariff impact
The retailer will adjust orders based on demand while slashing its exposure to countries facing higher U.S. tariffs.
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PepsiCo expects nearly $1M in fuel savings for its EV semitrucks
The beverage and food company now has daytime charging access and more megawatt capacity at a bottling facility in Fresno, California.
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DHL Express Canada strike begins, union warns of delivery risks
The carrier can sustain its operations despite the labor action from over 2,100 employees, which followed a DHL lockout, a spokesperson said.
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SAP retools its cloud-based ERP to ease migrations
The software vendor aims to simplify the shift from on-premises systems with line-of-business bundles for supply chain, procurement, finance, HR and CX.
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Amazon to shutter Nevada fulfillment center in August
The previously announced closure comes as the e-commerce giant builds a same-day delivery facility in the region.
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Walmart to expand drone delivery to 5 more cities
Customers in Atlanta, Houston and more will be able to tap into the technology by next year as part of the retailer's deepening collaboration with Wing.
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Lucid signs US graphite supply deal for EV batteries
The agreement with Graphite One builds on a 2024 pact between the two companies and is expected to begin providing EV battery materials to the carmaker in 2028.
Updated June 6, 2025 -
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Businesses revamp procurement amid AI adoption swell
Most companies are imposing stricter requirements when evaluating AI-powered software compared with other technologies, according to G2.
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CH Robinson, Ikea, others join coalition to test heavy-duty EVs
Several carriers and shippers will test battery-electric vehicles along the U.S. I-10 corridor between Los Angeles and El Paso, Texas.
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Lowe’s to maintain competitive pricing structure despite tariffs
The home improvement retailer is also pushing its global diversification efforts and product evaluations to move production away from China.
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UPS surcharge updates impact fuel fees, bulky packages and more
The changes could bring added complexity and higher costs for parcel shippers, but tweaks to packaging and inventory placement can help limit their effects.
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Tariffs squeeze off-price retailers more than expected
The major players likely have greater exposure to import levies than previously thought, though their value proposition remains an advantage.
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White House extends exclusions for Section 301 China tariffs
Exemptions to the duties installed during previous administrations will remain until Aug. 31, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced last week.
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DHL Express Canada workers could strike as soon as Sunday
The carrier said contingency plans are in place in case of a labor action by more than 2,000 Unifor-represented employees, including drivers and warehouse workers.
