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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 Nov. 7, 2025 -
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5 ways data helps retail and CPG navigate tariff uncertainty
Explore how data enables businesses to understand the actual and potential impact of tariffs on costs, predict consumer responses, assess overall business impact and evaluate various response options.
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2025 holiday shipping deadlines: What FedEx, UPS and USPS recommend
The carriers shared suggested ship-by dates for services like Ground Advantage, Next Day Air and Ground Economy to ensure delivery before Christmas.
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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 -
Bipartisan bill would require employers to report AI-related layoffs
Over the past year, legislators of all political leanings have proposed ideas to mitigate the potential harms of AI to workers.
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USPS prepares 2026 rate hikes for Ground Advantage, other services
The increases, which are planned to start in January, come as the agency searches for ways to turn around its financial performance.
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Trump tariffs
US exempts 200+ agricultural products from reciprocal tariffs
Coffee, tea, tropical fruits and fruit juices are now exempt from the 10% global tariff and similar country-specific duties implemented by President Donald Trump earlier this year.
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Toyota to spend additional $10B on US operations
The automaker also began production at its $13.9 billion battery plant in North Carolina on Wednesday, its first battery supply hub outside of Japan.
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US, South Korea formalize details of July trade pact
The U.S. reaffirmed its commitment to limit tariffs on imports from South Korea to 15%, including on cars, auto parts and other goods subject to Section 232 levies.
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Postal Service plans to ‘open up the last mile’ for more shippers
The agency is fielding talks with UPS, “similarly situated companies” and retailers as it looks to better leverage its network assets, per Postmaster General David Steiner.
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Union Pacific, Norfolk Southern merger approved by shareholders
The voting results mark a key milestone in the combination process, Norfolk Southern CEO Mark George said.
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FedEx details contingency plans after MD-11 fleet grounding
The company is leveraging its ground transportation network and airlift partners as it awaits inspections of its MD-11s, CFO John Dietrich said.
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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 Sept. 26, 2025 -
Economic uncertainty throws off folding carton market
Dented consumer confidence, spurred by tariffs and inflation, has led to a drop in demand and shipments.
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US releases 2025 list of critical minerals, featuring 10 additions
The report lists 60 essential minerals, including rare earths, that would impose the highest cost to the U.S. economy if supplies were disrupted.
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How GE Appliances is using new tech to fuel a ‘zero distance’ supply chain
The appliance maker is leaning heavily on automation and other tools as it continues to expand its U.S.-based manufacturing footprint.
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Uber Freight, Better Trucks partner to boost last-mile coverage, tech
The expanded arrangement enables both companies to leverage each other’s service areas and includes Uber Freight taking a minority stake in the delivery provider.
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The 2026 economic drivers for manufacturing
With money being saved through tax incentives under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the funds will provide manufacturers with opportunities to invest in areas such as AI, said Jennifer Clement, CLA’s client relationship leader.
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Port of Long Beach cargo volumes duck tariff dips in 2025
The port is on track to match or exceed the record-setting 9.6 million TEUs it handled a year ago, primarily thanks to shipper frontloading, CEO Mario Cordero said.
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Stanley Black & Decker leans on supply chain to hit financial goals
The world’s largest toolmaker plans to reduce its U.S. supply sourced from China from roughly 15% in 2024 to less than 5% by the end of 2026.
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Retrieved from Covenant Logistics on October 24, 2025
Carriers thwarted by lack of pricing from OEMs, Covenant execs say
Truck-specific tariffs and other duties are complicating order books, stakeholders say.
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Air cargo rates fall as top trade lanes see ‘subdued’ peak season
Global spot prices dropped for the sixth consecutive month, and current market signals don’t suggest a near-term turnaround, according to Xeneta.
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UPS, FedEx ground dozens of aircraft at Boeing’s recommendation
The halt to MD-11 flight operations comes after the deadly crash of a UPS aircraft of that type in Louisville, Kentucky.
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PepsiCo to shutter 2 Frito-Lay facilities in Florida, lay off 500 workers
The closures mark the food and beverage giant’s latest efforts to align production with slowing sales volumes and changing consumer preferences.
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DHL Express sees US-bound volume drop post de minimis
The carrier is focusing on cost savings, growth in other trade lanes and additional measures as the exemption's end shakes up supply chains.
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FAA’s air traffic cuts aren’t hampering cargo flows — yet
The agency ordered a 10% reduction of flights at numerous airports due to a government shutdown. Here’s what shippers need to know.
Updated Nov. 10, 2025