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    Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of US trade actions

    President Donald Trump has rolled out a deluge of tariffs in his second term and is promising more. Here’s where each tariff — whether in place or proposed — currently stands.

    Updated May 7, 2026
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    From high-value to high-stakes: Why precision shipping matters more than ever

    Discover why more companies are recognizing that a 95% assurance rate for high-value cargo won’t do.

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    UPS and FedEx up international fuel surcharge rates, add surge fees

    The changes impact various import and export shipments, including packages traveling to and from the U.S., adding to cost pressures for parcel shippers.

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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 April 22, 2026
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    Importers weigh lawsuits as Trump’s 10% global tariff faces appeal

    Importers should consider filing lawsuits to try to halt the collection of President Donald Trump's Section 122 tariffs, which a trade court ruled are illegal, lawyers said.

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    Bob’s Discount Furniture opens first combo store-distribution center

    The retailer is monitoring the concept and may replicate it in the future, COO Ramesh Murthy told Supply Chain Dive.

  • U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters while pointing and standing next to U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin in front of a line of cars.
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    Trump gives EU July 4 deadline to implement tariff deal

    The president said he will raise tariffs on EU imports if the bloc does not “deliver their side of the Deal,” while EU leaders say the ratification process is progressing.

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    Protein powder shortage threatens America’s biggest food craze

    Companies are now grappling with whether to raise prices at a time when consumers are already reeling from a prolonged period of inflation.

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    Deep Dive

    Is Amazon Supply Chain Services already a logistics heavyweight?

    The umbrella of logistics offerings features attractive qualities for shippers, but questions remain around capacity allocation, experts said.

    Updated May 7, 2026
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    P&G shifts Supply Chain 3.0, other platforms into large-scale rollout

    The CPG maker expects to bolster productivity through automation deployed globally in warehouses and manufacturing plants.

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    Trade court rules Trump’s 10% global tariff illegal

    Despite saying the levy was "unauthorized by law,” the U.S. Court of International Trade did not issue a universal stay.

    Updated 8 hours ago
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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 May 7, 2026
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    FDA warns of neurosurgical supply disruptions

    Interruptions in the supply of neurosurgical patties, sponges and strips are expected to continue through 2026.

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    Deep Dive

    Why more retailers are offering same-day delivery

    Fast shipping offers an edge in certain scenarios, although the formula for success can vary by retailer, experts say.

  • U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer sits in front of a microphone while testifying before the House Ways and Means Committee.
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    USTR to review China tariffs as Section 301 takes center stage

    The agency is reviewing levies installed under the statute during the first Trump administration while advancing additional probes.

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    DOJ confirms antitrust investigation into top beef producers

    A top official said the Justice Department is using “every law enforcement tool available to help reduce food prices.”

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    CPKC, CSX launch ‘improved’ Southeast Mexico rail route

    The service connecting the Southeast U.S. to Texas and Mexico is touted to be faster and more efficient due to infrastructure upgrades.

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    P&G flags $150M hit from Iran war supply disruptions

    The consumer goods manufacturer aims to blunt the impact by reformulating products and diversifying its supply base.

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    USPS to launch 14 new sorting and delivery centers through July

    Facility openings in Miami, Phoenix and other cities aim to increase reliability and efficiency for the Postal Service as it navigates a network overhaul.

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    Mars, Ofi collaborate to cut carbon footprint of cocoa production

    The confectionery giant and ingredients supplier’s five-year project aims to employ regenerative agriculture practices and cut emissions across their shared cocoa supply chain in Ecuador.

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    DHL CEO flags jet fuel supply constraints in Asia

    While the logistics giant has more fuel certainty at major hubs, the ongoing crunch is raising prices and posing challenges at some Asia-based airports.

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    Retrieved from Bissell Homecare on May 05, 2026
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    How Bissell Homecare is cleaning up supply chain planning

    The company best known for its vacuums has sped up forecast modeling from multiple weeks to a few days through a collaboration with o9 Solutions.

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    Small ocean carriers trim Transpacific capacity

    Lower spot rates historically lead to larger withdrawals of non-alliance operated vessels on the shipping corridor, per Sea-Intelligence.

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    CSX sees volume uptick from spike in truck-to-rail conversions

    Rivals Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern also pointed to signs of optimism as shippers look for cheaper trucking alternatives due to higher fuel costs.

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    Amazon opens logistics network to all businesses

    Amazon Supply Chain Services covers freight, distribution, fulfillment and parcel delivery, including for non-Amazon sellers, with 3M and Lands' End among its users.

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    Ford expects $1.3B tariff refund, but supply chain pressure remains

    The automaker is still prepping for a $1 billion hit from tariffs in 2026 while projecting sizable commodity headwinds.