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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 -
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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 tariffs
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 -
Deep Dive
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 -
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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.
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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 -
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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