How fashion leaders are thinking about tariffs, textile sustainability

Companies should focus on smart sourcing and responsible manufacturing in response to fluctuating tariffs, per Stephen Lamar, president and CEO of the American Apparel and Footwear Association. 

Target tests new delivery method for Shipt drivers

The initiative involves couriers bringing "brown box" shipments from stores to customers in locations lacking a sortation center.

EU pushes back retaliatory tariffs on US to mid-April

The decision provides additional time for discussions with the Trump administration, according to a European Commission spokesperson.

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Nissan, SK On announce $661M EV battery supply deal

The automaker will use the batteries for electric vehicles manufactured at its assembly plant in Mississippi.

De minimis changes: Businesses, trade groups weigh in

Customs and Border Protection proposals to increase data requirements and limit the exemption's use drew a mixed response from commenters.

What 25 retail leaders are saying about tariffs

From price increase warnings to confidence that vendor relationships will help ride out the storm, here's how the retail C-suite plans to weather tariffs.

Kroger keeps eye on produce tariff exposure

The supermarket chain is also identifying opportunities to diversify its sourcing base for other commodities.

FMC to probe 7 ocean chokepoints to improve shipping conditions

The Federal Maritime Commission may bar container ships registered in countries it says are contributing to congestion and delays from entering U.S. ports.

Food manufacturers seek ‘targeted’ tariff exemptions from White House

The Consumer Brands Association, which represents PepsiCo, Conagra and Mondelēz, said ingredients such as cocoa, coffee and certain spices aren’t produced in the U.S.

Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?

Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost-prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.

Carriers upgrade border shipping amid tariff tumult

Estes Express Lines and Pitt Ohio rolled out new services focused on Canada and Mexico, respectively.

Trade tensions prompt air cargo market uncertainty

Freight forwarders and shippers are delaying contract negotiations, while carriers assess summer schedules, according to Xeneta.

JM Smucker splits supply chain, manufacturing functions

SVP of Information Services Bryan Hutson will now oversee supply chain operations in an expanded role.

As tariffs loom over pharma manufacturing, a reshoring effort is underway — but not without challenges

Experts say cost and other barriers present challenges to returning to U.S. shores.

3M hires Honeywell supply chain exec

Torsten Pilz will succeed 3M Group President of Enterprise Supply Chain Peter Gibbons, who is stepping down from his role April 2.

UPS slaps temporary fee on China-to-US shipments

The $0.29 per pound surcharge is active until March 29, adding to other expenses parcel shippers are navigating.

Tariff uncertainty sparks manufacturing anxiety, especially among small firms

Shifting foreign suppliers could become more difficult as the Trump administration continues to enact new widespread tariff policies.

Metal tariffs make American manufacturing less competitive, can makers say

The present tariffs situation “opens the door for cheaper canned foods to flood the U.S. market from China and other foreign competitors,” the Can Manufacturers Institute said. U.S. trade groups are calling for exemptions.

Amazon’s LTL pursuit threatens to shuffle retail volumes in market

The company could upend the sector just by handling its own shipments.

Macy’s to open North Carolina distribution center

The facility, slated to open in this year, will provide additional supply chain efficiencies at a lower cost, executives say.

AI, automation enrich Kraft Heinz’s supply chain

The food product maker aims to enhance procurement processes and boost productivity as part of a larger transformation journey.

What 6 food and beverage companies are saying about tariffs

CEOs of General Mills, Tyson Foods and Coca-Cola are among companies warning of an impact to their bottom line, with some predicting price increases from a prolonged trade war.

UPS to cut sorting shift in North Carolina as more closures loom

The carrier is evaluating further reductions in its network as part of an efficiency push, but details are limited.

USPS will work with Elon Musk’s DOGE to cut costs

The agency plans to cut 10,000 employees via early retirement as it seeks further reform, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy said.

Fashion industry ‘nervous’ over potential Vietnam tariffs

Though the region isn’t as large of a sourcing hub as China, experts say duties on Vietnam would create headwinds for footwear and apparel companies.