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Logistics warehouse rents may rebound after 2025 drop: Prologis
The real estate giant is seeing prices begin to inflect in many markets as large retailers boost demand, CFO Tim Arndt said.
By Max Garland • Feb. 10, 2026 -
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US inks deal with Bangladesh to reduce tariffs
The Trump administration plans to cut levies on imports from Bangladesh to 19% and consider the removal of tariffs for certain goods, including textiles and apparel.
By Phil Neuffer • Feb. 10, 2026 -
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TrendlineSupply Chain Technology Adoption
Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.
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FedEx to deploy autonomous trailer unloader from Berkshire Grey
The logistics giant is currently in the final stage of piloting the technology, which is occurring at one facility with multiple unloaders, an executive said.
By Max Garland • Feb. 10, 2026 -
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Target cuts 500 roles, primarily in supply chain
The mass retailer, which eliminated about 1,000 corporate positions last year, is aiming to standardize its supply chain’s field operating model.
By Dani James • Feb. 10, 2026 -
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H-E-B buys land for supply chain facilities in North Texas
The grocer purchased more than 600 acres to support distribution in an area where it is rapidly opening stores.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 9, 2026 -
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Trump tariffsTrump preps for tariffs on Iran’s trading partners
The president, who previously threatened 25% levies on countries "doing business" with Iran, is tasking cabinet officials with assessing the need for such duties.
By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 6, 2026 -
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EU renews efforts to advance US tariff deal after Trump reverses threats
The bloc will continue work on the framework pact after U.S. President Donald Trump rescinded plans to enact levies to advance his campaign to annex Greenland.
By Phil Neuffer • Feb. 5, 2026 -
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Eli Lilly plans $3.5B weight-loss drug factory
The Pennsylvania facility, part of a larger initiative to boost U.S. operations, will help the company meet increasing demand, according to CEO David Ricks.
By Nathan Owens • Feb. 5, 2026 -
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Walmart to add automation, robotics to Louisiana distribution center
The retailer’s $330 million investment, slated to start this year, is part of a larger effort to upgrade all 42 of its regional distribution facilities.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 5, 2026 -
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Teaching employees to use AI could add up to $6.6T to US economy
Adding more training to artificial intelligence implementation, rather than replacing workers, could help drive the ROI companies have been missing, according to a Pearson report.
By Lara Ewen • Feb. 3, 2026 -
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Deere to open two facilities in $20B US manufacturing drive
The projects include a $125 million distribution center and a factory that will bring manufacturing from Japan to the U.S.
By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 3, 2026 -
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Trump tariffsUS, India reach framework deal to lower tariffs
The two countries “will promptly implement” the pact that would lower levies on goods from India to 18%, according to a joint statement from the White House.
By Antone Gonsalves , Phil Neuffer • Updated Feb. 8, 2026 -
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Manufacturing sector expands in January, reaching highest point in four years: PMI
Orders and production drove the industry’s expansion, as businesses submitted requests to restock shelves or get ahead of tariffs, according to the Institute for Supply Management.
By Sara Samora • Feb. 2, 2026 -
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Q&APepsiCo exec: Mentorship, development pave supply chain career paths
Industry leaders play a critical role in removing barriers and encouraging inclusivity, according to SVP of Field Supply Chain Darcy Arata.
By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 2, 2026 -
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Top supply chain risks and trends to follow in 2026
Explore how tariff changes, key supply shortages and volatile logistics capacity will test network resilience in this roundup of deep dives from Supply Chain Dive.
By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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Trump tariffsTrump targets countries selling oil to Cuba with potential tariffs
Cabinet members will determine the extent of levies for countries that ship crude oil and petroleum products to the Caribbean nation, per an executive order.
By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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Fed holds main rate steady, highlighting signs of job market stability
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday he expects the inflationary effects of tariffs to recede midway through 2026.
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WD-40 eyes distribution center optimization to cut delivery costs
The household products company said structural changes to its network won’t have a major impact on capital expenses because the facilities are outsourced to 3PLs.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 28, 2026 -
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Deep DiveSupply chain shortages: What’s at risk in 2026?
Procurement teams will be tested by constraints touching critical minerals, memory chips, beef and other supplies throughout the year.
By Antone Gonsalves • Jan. 28, 2026 -
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Nordstrom names chief supply chain officer
Jason Bell was promoted to the position after serving as SVP of supply chain operations since 2021.
By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 27, 2026 -
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Nike to lay off 775 as it consolidates US distribution centers
The activewear retailer is accelerating technology and automation use in the hopes of improving efficiency across its supply chain.
By Cara Salpini • Jan. 27, 2026 -
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Trump vows to hike South Korea tariffs to 25%
The U.S. president said he would raise levies, including those on cars, because South Korea’s National Assembly has not enacted terms of a framework trade deal.
By Phil Neuffer • Jan. 27, 2026 -
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Trump tariffsTrump threatens 100% tariff to stymie Canada-China trade pact
The president said the levy on Canada imports would go into effect immediately should the country consummate a preliminary trade agreement with China announced earlier this month.
By Phil Neuffer • Updated Jan. 26, 2026 -
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De minimis’ end, tariffs spur headwinds for Aritzia
The apparel retailer altered its supply chain strategy when the trade exemption ended, relocating all U.S. order fulfillment to Ohio.
By Max Garland • Jan. 23, 2026 -
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Ahold Delhaize USA enters lease-back deal for planned distribution center
The arrangement will allow the grocer to preserve cash as it moves ahead with the $860 million facility it is developing in Burlington, North Carolina.
By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 23, 2026
