Temu pursues ‘local fulfillment’ to dodge tariffs

The fast-fashion giant also said it will walk back previously announced plans to increase prices. 

By Laurel Deppen • May 5, 2025

Colgate-Palmolive faces $200M in tariff costs

The consumer product manufacturer said it expects to pay more for raw materials and finished goods it sources from abroad despite its recent supply chain shifts.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 5, 2025

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Kimberly-Clark to invest over $2B in US operations

The Huggies diaper maker will use the funds to build an Ohio factory and a South Carolina distribution center, as well as install automation upgrades across its supply chain.

By Sara Samora • May 2, 2025

Hershey opens chocolate plant as part of $1B supply chain upgrade

The facility, which took nearly three years to complete, will process the ingredient for brands such as Reese’s and Kit Kat.

By Christopher Doering • May 2, 2025

Shein, Temu announce price increases due to tariff impact

The fast fashion companies didn’t specify the extent of the cost increases, but posted identical notices on their websites.

By Laurel Deppen • May 2, 2025

Facing tariffs, Hasbro shifting some SKU origins away from China

The toy and game company aims to source less than 40% of its volume from the country by 2026.

By Max Garland • May 1, 2025

‘We’re headed in the wrong direction’: Tariffs drive up prices, hurt output: PMI

Manufacturers pulled back on production last month as the Trump administration's volatile trade policy caused consumer confusion and a drop in demand, per the Institute for Supply Management.

By Kate Magill • May 1, 2025

3M expects up to $850M tariff hit

The company is leaning on its 90 days of inventory to soften the blow, hoping to cut the impact cost in half.

By Sara Samora • May 1, 2025

Saks Global to close fulfillment center, cut 450 jobs

The luxury department store joins Kohl’s in being particularly vulnerable to tariffs’ impact on consumer spending, according to Moody’s Ratings analysts.

By Daphne Howland • May 1, 2025

How UPS customers are navigating Trump’s tariffs

Major shippers are frontloading inventory and considering price hikes, while smaller businesses are prioritizing sourcing diversification, UPS CEO Carol Tomé said.

By Max Garland • May 1, 2025

Tracking tariffs: The latest frontier in AI

Several technology vendors are rolling out new tools to help retailers and manufacturers track the impact of tariffs on their supply costs and improve decision-making. 

By Nathan Owens • April 30, 2025

Dollar Tree to replace Oklahoma distribution center destroyed by tornado

The Marietta facility is expected to open in 2027 as the retailer attempts to alleviate lingering capacity constraints.

By Philip Neuffer • April 30, 2025

Trump softens tariffs on auto parts for US-assembled cars

The president will allow automakers to offset some costs while clarifying that potentially overlapping tariffs on Canada, Mexico, steel and aluminum will not stack.

By Philip Neuffer • April 29, 2025

Dollar Tree names new chief supply chain officer

The value retailer said Roxanne Weng, a former Walgreens executive, has taken over the position for the retiring Mike Kindy.

By Dani James • April 29, 2025

UPS plans 20K job cuts this year as Amazon pullback advances

The carrier also announced 73 facilities would close by June's end as part of “the largest network reconfiguration in our history,” CEO Carol Tomé said.

By Max Garland • April 29, 2025

Walmart opens 1M-square-foot Sam’s Club distribution center in Florida

The Jacksonville site will serve 25 Sam’s Club locations and also store imported goods destined for other facilities.

By Philip Neuffer • April 29, 2025

Tariffs could spike costs for domestic automakers by $108B

A new report estimates that higher import duties on automotive parts will impact nearly all of the 17.7 million vehicles built in the U.S. annually.

By Kalena Thomhave • April 29, 2025

How COVID-19 changed US manufacturing: 5 years later

After the chaos of the pandemic, manufacturers learned to lean into supplier relationships and supply chain resiliency to avoid future disruptions.

By Nathan Owens • April 28, 2025

Amazon plans new inbound cross dock facility in Mississippi

The project, slated to finish by 2028, is part of the e-commerce giant's efforts to strengthen its fulfillment capabilities.

By Max Garland • April 28, 2025

Overcoming a critical performance gap in last mile delivery

With e-commerce booming, last-mile delivery has become an essential part of the customer experience.

April 28, 2025

US opens Section 232 probe into truck imports

The Trump administration’s latest such investigation could set the foundation for new sector-specific tariffs.

By Philip Neuffer • April 25, 2025

What does the US import from China?

Over $400 billion worth of goods were imported from China in 2024, with electronics, toys, furniture and machinery topping the list.

By Edwin Lopez • April 25, 2025

Roche, answering tariff threat, pledges $50B to US drug production

The pharmaceutical company joined several of its peers in committing to invest billions of dollars in new and expanded manufacturing facilities in the U.S.

By Jonathan Gardner • April 25, 2025

Prologis expects tariff-fearing customers to stockpile inventories

The logistics warehousing giant has seen businesses search for overflow space and short-term capacity options.

By Max Garland • April 24, 2025

Auto groups: US tariff policies ‘will scramble the global automotive supply chain’

In a letter to the Trump administration, industry leaders say recent actions will increase costs and eliminate jobs.

By Larry Avila • April 23, 2025