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Canada to impose 25% reciprocal tariffs following US steel, aluminum duties
The measure, which takes effect Thursday, covers nearly $30 billion in imports from the U.S., including computers and sports equipment.
By Max Garland • March 12, 2025 -
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Trump wants to end the ‘horrible, horrible’ CHIPS Act. It’s not that simple.
Defunding the law would require an act of Congress, which one expert says would be unlikely to pass.
By Nathan Owens • March 12, 2025 -
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EU retaliates against US steel, aluminum tariffs
The European Commission is letting previously suspended duties return for various products and planning for additional countermeasures by mid-April.
By Max Garland • March 12, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump reverses Canada steel, aluminum tariff hike
A 25% tariff increase on the metal imports will still go into effect Wednesday, but that rate won't double after Ontario backed off from imposing retaliatory energy tariffs.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 11, 2025 -
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US chip production targets at risk under Trump administration
As the president uses tariffs to push domestic manufacturing while calling for federal spending cuts, experts say the future of the CHIPS and Science Act and its funding is increasingly doubtful.
By Kate Magill • March 7, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods
Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.
By Philip Neuffer • March 6, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump pauses Mexico tariffs on USMCA goods until April 2
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated the White House will soon announce that all goods compliant with the trade deal could receive the same treatment.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 6, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsUS pauses auto tariffs by one month
The exemption covers cars imported through the USMCA and comes after President Donald Trump spoke with the Big Three automakers.
By Philip Neuffer • March 5, 2025 -
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WK Kellogg earmarks $200M for supply chain updates in 2025
The funds will support a multiyear initiative that has already led to improved productivity and reduced waste, according to company executives.
By Haley Cawthon • March 4, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump’s trade war heats up as countries retaliate against tariffs
Mexico, Canada and China all announced they would counter the president's orders after additional duties went into effect this week.
By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez , Max Garland • March 4, 2025 -
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TSMC to invest $100B in US manufacturing
The chipmaker plans to build two additional semiconductor facilities in Arizona, creating thousands of jobs. The company is in the midst of constructing three chip factories in the state.
By Kate Magill • March 4, 2025 -
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Manufacturing is on the rebound, but tariffs threaten growth: PMI
Production and demand rose last month as customers rushed to put in new orders ahead of the Trump administration's levies. The bump, however, could prove short-lived as prices spike amid tariff-induced inflation.
By Kate Magill • March 4, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump hikes tariffs on China by 10%
The president also maintained that the pause on duties for Canada and Mexico will come to an end Tuesday.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 3, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump orders review of wood supply chain
Over the next year, various U.S. departments will assess whether tariffs, quotas or updated permitting processes could help limit the country’s reliance on foreign timber and lumber.
By Edwin Lopez • March 2, 2025 -
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Yeti will move 80% of production out of China this year
The drinkware company shifted some of its manufacturing away from the country last year.
By Haley Cawthon • Feb. 27, 2025 -
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Volvo weighs increasing US production, domestic sourcing to offset tariffs
CEO Jim Rowan said the automaker can quickly ramp up capacity at its South Carolina plant.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 27, 2025 -
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Jamieson Greer confirmed as USTR
Greer takes on the post as the administration readies new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.
By Kate Magill • Feb. 27, 2025 -
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Bobbie opens fulfillment center in Georgia
The infant formula maker’s addition expands the company’s Southeast reach, according to VP of Supply Chain Dominic Mills.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 25, 2025 -
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More ‘shrinkflation’? How Trump tariffs could reverberate through the food industry
Food and beverage companies sensitive to inflation-wary consumers are unlikely to immediately raise prices, experts say, but could respond by changing ingredients, packaging and portion sizes.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 25, 2025 -
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Nestlé largely ‘immune’ to tariff impact, CEO says
While the Nespresso maker is closely watching global trade and tariffs, it benefits from having regional production facilities.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 24, 2025 -
Courtesy of Honda Motor Co.
Honda exec says US tariffs could cause over a 20B yen impact
The automaker is considering shifting some vehicle production from Mexico and Canada into the U.S. to avoid costly import duties.
By Eric Walz • Updated March 3, 2025 -
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GlobalFoundries, Analog Devices push diversification as they prepare for tariffs
Chipmakers are under renewed supply chain pressure following the Trump administration's plan for a 25% levy on semiconductors.
By Kate Magill • Feb. 21, 2025 -
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Stanley Black & Decker continues to cut China production as tariffs emerge
The manufacturer is bracing for a $10 million to $20 million impact from President Donald Trump’s recent trade announcements.
By Nathan Owens • Feb. 20, 2025 -
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Mucinex maker localizes its supply chain
Consumer goods company Reckitt is opening a facility in North Carolina to expand its U.S. manufacturing footprint.
By Alejandra Carranza • Feb. 20, 2025 -
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Nissan weighing production shift to mitigate tariffs
The automaker may move some production to Japan to reduce the impact of a 25% blanket import duty, according to CEO Makoto Uchida.
By Larry Avila • Feb. 19, 2025
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