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Walmart equipping a store with Symbotic fulfillment system

The SymMicro system is expected to “come to life” in about six months, advancing the retailer's efforts to accelerate in-store pickup and delivery operations.

Ford plans to phase out China-built Lincoln models for the US

The automaker aims to mitigate U.S. tariffs and recent connected vehicle import regulations while also planning to increase domestic production.

Updated Aug. 14, 2026

Kimberly-Clark secures $45M tariff refund, half of what it paid in 2025

The personal care product maker said the refunds will offset incremental cost increases tied to higher oil prices while allowing it to maintain price consistency.

Updated Aug. 14, 2026

Where USPS could benefit the most from AI

The agency sees upside in areas like dynamic routing as it looks to stay competitive among parcel carriers, the USPS' Office of Inspector General said.

Muted air cargo peak season activity signals weaker H2

Pricing is shifting in shippers' favor, with the global air cargo spot rate down 6% month over month, Xeneta reported.

Pentagon signs over $2B in deals securing batteries, critical minerals

Sila Technologies, Sunrise Energy Metals and Niron Magnetics are the latest entities that inked conditional loan commitments with DOD’s Office of Strategic Capital. 

Asia to US East Coast ocean rates rise to new high

Sustained import volumes and rising freight rates near the end of an early peak season are “taking most observers by surprise,” Freightos said.

Walmart flags fewer supplier standard violations

The retailer logged 754 cases in fiscal 2026, down 35% year over year, according to its latest ESG report.

Retailers stocked up for upcoming holiday season

Data from NRF projects that imports at major U.S. ports have peaked as businesses built up inventory ahead of new tariffs.

USPS transportation costs climb as it adjusts to UPS contract needs

The agency's transportation expenses increased year over year in Q3 as it shifted some volume to air cargo handled by UPS.

Clorox says ERP transition will provide supply chain gains this year

The household cleaning and consumer products maker expects improvements through better planning, lower inventory levels and more automation.

Amazon combines air, ground operations teams

The organizational change will drive faster decisions and sharper planning for the company's middle-mile transportation network, an executive said.

Walmart proposes fulfillment warehouse in New York

The retailer filed a request to build a 1.5 million-square-foot facility in Wallkill, Orange County, in July.

GE Appliances deepens Texas Instruments sourcing for resilience

The appliance manufacturer aims to maintain continuity of supply by boosting spend with the semiconductor firm, an executive told Supply Chain Dive.

Jalapeños served at Qdoba, Chipotle tied to Salmonella outbreak

Both chains stopped serving potentially contaminated peppers after hundreds of consumers across 27 states fell ill.

Nintendo recoups $300M in tariff refunds as memory crunch intensifies

The video game console maker said it absorbed most duties last year, but it faces another supply chain hurdle as memory prices continue to rise. 

FedEx, Amazon pursue expanded use of robotic arms

FedEx has deployed trailer loading systems at a Maryland hub, while Amazon aims to double its robotic arms fleet this year amid an industry push for automation.

Ahold Delhaize winds down plans for 2 automated frozen warehouses

The grocer and supply chain solutions company Americold are closing a facility in Pennsylvania and halting plans for one in Connecticut. 

Clorox expects $200M inflation hit, supply chain costs a factor

Increasing energy, commodity and supplier costs are significant contributors, along with higher trucking, ocean freight and logistics-related expenses.

Michael Kors owner says port congestion spurred inventory delays

Capri Holdings is working to accelerate receipts where possible, turning to air freight and working with freight forwarders to tap faster vessels.

Trump imposes 15% tariff on polysilicon imports for chips, solar power

The levy, along with an import price floor, will go into effect Dec. 4.

CBP has paid $100B in IEEPA tariff refunds

Despite reaching the milestone, the agency has still yet to launch a capability to process finally liquidated entries as a Department of Justice appeal lingers.

Tyson suggests high beef prices face long recovery

The meat giant said the Trump administration's efforts to boost supply are unlikely to make a significant impact in the near-term.

O’Reilly Automotive, suppliers sharing tariff refund benefits

The auto parts retailer hasn’t paid a lot of direct tariffs, as its sourcing model primarily depends on suppliers as the importer of record, per an earnings call.

Commerce Department proposes tariffs on more steel, aluminum, copper goods

The agency wants to impose duties on derivative products ranging from brass wind instruments and floor safes to tanker trailers and semi-trailers.