Aldi to open 3 distribution centers by 2029

The additions aim to support the grocery chain’s U.S. expansion plans, which include the opening of 180 stores by the end of 2026.

Trump threatens 25% tariff on Iran’s trading partners

The president said the duty would go into effect immediately, although no official documentation has been released to define the scope of the levies. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2026

Trump admin clarifies scope of tariff refunds ahead of Supreme Court ruling

Duties charged on goods from Brazil and India would also be eligible for refund should the court rule reimbursements necessary, according to a legal filing.

Sendle, ACI Logistix and FirstMile parent Fast Group to close

The e-commerce shipping provider is winding down just months after its formation, but it aims to ensure no parcels are stranded beforehand, an executive said.

2026 hiring outlook improves, but skills and AI are primary hurdles

Half of respondents to an Express Employment Professionals and Harris Poll survey said that applicants’ lack of relevant experience made hiring challenging.

Walmart, Wing to scale drone delivery operations to 270 stores

The two companies aim to provide service to customers near 150 locations in the next year before growing further, covering Los Angeles, Cincinnati and other cities.

Productivity speeds up to fastest clip in two years: BLS

Declining wage pressures, as revealed in Bureau of Labor Statistics data released Thursday, may slow inflation toward the Federal Reserve’s 2% target.

Macy’s to close Oklahoma fulfillment center

The Tulsa County facility is slated to shutter this spring, a company spokesperson told Supply Chain Dive.

UPS to close or trim operations at 4 locations in ongoing network shakeup

Facilities in North Carolina, Michigan and Alabama will be impacted by the carrier's consolidation plans, adding to dozens of closures enacted last year.

UPS, Postal Service lock in renewed Ground Saver deal, deliveries starting soon

After a roughly yearlong split, the agency will handle some final-mile work again for the economy shipping service and expand its existing coverage.

What DHL Supply Chain has gained with its new returns network

Multi-client spaces with a diverse customer mix limit peak season strains for the logistics provider, an executive said.

Returns as a revenue engine: A playbook for margin recovery

Employing a rule-based decision tree for returns can drive superior inventory profitability and sustainably, writes Sai Teja Yerapothina, a senior director of last-mile delivery at Walmart. 

Tyson agrees to $82.5M settlement in beef price-fixing lawsuit

Meat giants have spent hundreds of millions of dollars to settle claims that they artificially raised prices for years.

5 supply chain management trends to watch in 2026

Following a year jam-packed with uncertainty, retailers and manufacturers will prioritize cost optimization amid a fragmenting global economic picture. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.