Cargo frontloading peaks in July as inventory holding costs surge

The Port of Los Angeles saw record volumes last month, but the influx is putting added pressure on the middle mile, with costs soon expected to flow downstream.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated Aug. 14, 2025

Ace Hardware opens 1.5M-square-foot retail support center

Equipped with automation technology, the facility is nearly twice the size of the company’s average distribution center. 

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 12, 2025

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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.

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Home Depot to close Missouri distribution center

The retailer will stock inventory at other facilities following the Oct. 26 closure, which impacts 61 employees.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 12, 2025

US to maintain lower tariff rates on China imports for 90 more days

China also extended its suspension of additional retaliatory duties against U.S. goods, maintaining current rates until November.

By Max Garland • Updated Aug. 12, 2025

Wawa taps forecasting, replenishment tool to curb food spoilage

The convenience store chain has partnered with supply chain and retail planning platform Relex Solutions to help automate manual processes.

By Brett Dworski • Aug. 11, 2025

Apple adds $100B to manufacturing pledge, aims to draw suppliers to US

The enhanced investment comes as the consumer electronics giant anticipates incurring nearly $2 billion in tariff-related costs.

By Sara Samora • Aug. 8, 2025

Trump plans 100% tariffs for semiconductor imports

Chips are one of several product types currently under Section 232 investigation by the White House, a frequent precursor to duties.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 6, 2025

US to levy another 25% tariff on India imports

The additional duty, taking effect in 21 days, will stack on top of a 25% country-specific reciprocal tariff set to arrive Thursday.

By Max Garland • Aug. 6, 2025

EU delays countermeasures to US tariffs by 6 months

The bloc has now paused implementation three times, with the latest moratorium coming after reaching a framework deal with the U.S.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 5, 2025

O’Reilly Automotive acquires Texas distribution center amid capacity constraints

The 560,000-square-foot facility is projected to start operations in 2027, servicing 350 stores in the South Central U.S.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 5, 2025

Trump threatens 250% tariffs on pharma imports

The president said he would first install a “small tariff” on pharmaceutical goods before ratcheting up the rate over the next year and a half.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 5, 2025

Kroger names head of sourcing

Ed Oldham previously oversaw PetSmart’s North American distribution and transportation strategy as SVP and chief supply chain officer. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 4, 2025

‘We’re going to have to live with tariffs’: PMI

A seemingly cemented plan for country-specific tariffs could lead to a more stable and predictable industry in the year ahead, according to the Institute for Supply Management.

By Sara Samora • Aug. 1, 2025

Amazon to end FBA prep, labeling services in US

The company said the change, which will take effect at the start of 2026, is due to improvements in sellers' packaging capabilities.

By Max Garland • Aug. 1, 2025

KeHe opens new distribution center in Florida

The facility is larger than a former one nearby and includes dedicated rooms for ice cream and bulk items.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Aug. 1, 2025

US to install country-specific tariffs Aug. 7

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday officially codifying rates for over 60 trading partners while pushing back implementation by seven days.

By Philip Neuffer • July 31, 2025

US, Mexico agree to extend USMCA-tariff pause

The two countries will continue to negotiate over a 90-day period, during which imports from Mexico will avoid a planned 30% tariff from the Trump administration.

By Philip Neuffer • July 31, 2025

5 court cases that could derail Trump tariffs

Several suits claim the president has overstepped his authority, with a critical proceeding for one case beginning July 31 in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 31, 2025

Trump imposes 40% tariff on Brazil

If the country retaliates, the U.S. will respond by raising its levies by an equal amount, per the executive order President Donald Trump signed Wednesday.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 31, 2025

US, South Korea strike tariff deal, Trump says

Under the proposed agreement, imports from South Korea would be subject to a 15% tariff while U.S.-originating goods would be exempt from duties.

By Kelly Stroh • July 30, 2025

US unveils details for 50% copper tariff

The plan includes levies on semi-finished copper products and their derivatives, a sales requirement for copper scrap, and some exceptions for auto parts.

By Philip Neuffer • July 30, 2025

PepsiCo to end manufacturing at Detroit plant

The beverage maker is set to lay off 83 workers at the facility, which will stop production, maintenance and transport operations on Sept. 27.

By Christopher Doering • July 30, 2025

Trump says India will face 25% tariffs

The duty will go into effect Aug. 1, per the president, but is slightly lower than the 26% levy unveiled as part of his original country-specific tariffs announced in April.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated July 30, 2025

Supply chain management programs are undergoing a digital makeover

University courses in data analytics and AI are preparing future supply chain professionals for an evolving industry.

By Craig Guillot • July 29, 2025

Tariffs to drive up trade compliance costs: Fed

Much of the new regulatory cost from higher tariffs stems from greater complexity in determining the national source of a product, according to the Federal Reserve.

By Jim Tyson • July 29, 2025