Dollar Tree prepped for multiple tariff scenarios, CEO says

The retailer is considering changes in its approach to supplier costs, product specifications and sourcing as it navigates shifting trade policies.

By Kelly Stroh • April 10, 2025

EU delays US tariff countermeasures by 90 days

The move comes in response to President Donald Trump’s pause of reciprocal tariffs against the bloc and most other trading partners.

By Max Garland • Updated April 14, 2025

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Trump pauses most reciprocal tariffs, hikes China’s further

The U.S. will now charge a 125% duty on imports from China, while most other countries will be subject to a 10% rate for 90 days.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated April 11, 2025

China raises tariffs on US to 84%, matching Trump’s increase

The retaliatory duties, taking effect Thursday, were originally set at 34% before the White House raised its own rates further.

By Max Garland • April 9, 2025

Mathis Home rolls out inventory management, forecasting upgrade

With Blue Yonder's supply chain platform, the furniture retailer is moving away from manual forecasting and replenishment processes.

By Kelly Stroh • April 8, 2025

Burlington purchases 2 distribution centers

The retailer acquired properties it previously leased in Georgia and California in a push to own its most productive supply chain facilities. 

By Philip Neuffer • April 8, 2025

5 key details in Trump’s global tariffs order

The text of the order opens the door for reduced duties for Canada and Mexico, but whether tariffs on China will stack remains nebulous.

By Philip Neuffer • April 4, 2025

Cleveland-Cliffs trims workforce as tariffs hit demand

The company is one of several North American steel manufacturers struggling to deal with the impacts of the Trump administration’s trade policy.

By Kate Magill • April 3, 2025

4 best practices for logistics managers in 2025

Freight visibility and route optimization are critical to moving cargo in a demanding marketplace, experts say. 

By Shefali Kapadia • April 2, 2025

Duluth Trading’s holiday fulfillment struggles sting Q4 results

The workwear retailer had to lean on a smaller facility to fulfill orders after high demand drained inventory at its Georgia location.

By Max Garland • April 2, 2025

Manufacturing economy stalls amid tariff confusion

The industry is bracing for the impact of the Trump administration's upcoming "Liberation Day," on Wednesday, set to bring a slew of widespread tariffs.

By Kate Magill • April 1, 2025

4 strategies to manage inventory and supply chain operations in 2025

Stratifying SKUs and balancing just-in-time and just-in-case stock are some of the tactics businesses can use to navigate today’s dynamic environment.

By Shefali Kapadia • April 1, 2025

Ford asks investors to vote down supply chain emissions proposal

Shareholder Green Century Capital Management wants the automaker to regularly disclose its strategies for meeting low-carbon steel benchmarks, among others.

By Haley Cawthon • April 1, 2025

AAFA reacts to cancellation of labor rights contracts

The fashion trade organization “expressed alarm” over the Trump administration’s decision to eliminate the Bureau of International Labor Affairs’ grant programs.

By Lara Ewen • March 31, 2025

UPS to close 2 Kansas facilities as it scrutinizes network footprint

The delivery giant is "reassessing" some of its U.S. operations, which will result in the locations shuttering later this year.

By Max Garland • March 31, 2025

Williams-Sonoma says tariffs present opportunity

Supply chain efficiencies and moving sourcing away from China are giving the home goods retailer a leg up.

By Haley Cawthon • March 31, 2025

Build-A-Bear Workshop pulls forward inventory to deflect tariff impact

The stuffed animal retailer says the move enables better flexibility in a fluctuating trade environment. 

By Kelly Stroh • March 27, 2025

Johnson & Johnson boosts US manufacturing as big pharma reshores

The company is pledging $55 billion over the next four years to open new production facilities.

By Jonathan Gardner • March 27, 2025

FedEx unveils new consolidated returns service

Easy Returns, competing with the likes of UPS' Happy Returns, will use 3,000 FedEx Office and Kohl's stores as drop-off locations.

By Max Garland • March 26, 2025

Amazon building robotics fulfillment center in North Carolina

The facility will contain more than 3 million square feet of floor space and support the company’s efforts to cut costs and improve production.

By Philip Neuffer • March 25, 2025

What 25 retail leaders are saying about tariffs

From price increase warnings to confidence that vendor relationships will help ride out the storm, here's how the retail C-suite plans to weather tariffs.

By Kaarin Moore • March 20, 2025

Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?

Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost-prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.

By Philip Neuffer • March 19, 2025

JM Smucker splits supply chain, manufacturing functions

SVP of Information Services Bryan Hutson will now oversee supply chain operations in an expanded role.

By Philip Neuffer • March 18, 2025

3M hires Honeywell supply chain exec

Torsten Pilz will succeed 3M Group President of Enterprise Supply Chain Peter Gibbons, who is stepping down from his role April 2.

By Kelly Stroh • March 18, 2025

As tariffs loom over pharma manufacturing, a reshoring effort is underway — but not without challenges

Experts say cost and other barriers present challenges to returning to U.S. shores.

By Kelly Bilodeau • March 18, 2025