Tariff exemptions: Ford, Nestlé and others seek relief from proposed levies

Companies are urging the Trump administration to protect additional imports from potential Section 301 levies due to a lack of domestic availability.

By Phil Neuffer , Max Garland • July 10, 2026

Trump chooses trade talks over tariffs after aircraft probe

Cabinet officials will report to the president within six months about trade negotiations to address imports of commercial aircraft, jet engines and parts.

By Phil Neuffer • July 10, 2026

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AI in Supply Chain Management

Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Ford, GM sign memory supply agreements with Micron

The deals will strengthen the automakers’ sources of supply for memory and storage in next-generation vehicles.

By Phil Neuffer • July 9, 2026

Toyota plans Tacoma production in Texas with $3.6B expansion

The automaker won’t yet say what portion of U.S.-bound Tacoma production will shift from Mexico after expanding the San Antonio factory.

By Bengt Halvorson • July 9, 2026

Apple turns to Broadcom for custom chips

The roughly $30 billion agreement is expected to produce more than 15 billion U.S.-made chips through 2031.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 8, 2026

Nike expects nearly $1B in IEEPA tariff refunds

The sportswear brand has collected more than $300 million in refunds for the invalidated levies, as of the quarter ending May 31.

By Kelly Stroh • July 8, 2026

EV transition challenges auto supply chain resilience, Moody’s says

Legacy automakers have the added complexity of having to run different supply chains for internal combustion engine, hybrid and EV powertrains.

By Paul Myles • July 7, 2026

DHL Supply Chain exec highlights what distinguishes the best teams

“I don’t think you get to become a leader unless you’re good at encouraging diverse teams,” Global CIO Sally Miller told Supply Chain Dive.

By Kelly Stroh • July 7, 2026

USMCA: Retail, manufacturing and apparel groups call for preservation

Trade groups backed the pact’s annual review but stressed its importance to North America supply chains.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 7, 2026

Cobots become simpler, smarter with AI

Collaborative robots have taken off in recent years as artificial intelligence makes them useful for a wider variety of applications.

By Katie Pyzyk • July 7, 2026

Kenvue surpasses 2025 plastic reduction target, falls short on recyclability

The Listerine, Nicorette and Zyrtec parent company detailed transitions from plastic to fiber packaging in its 2025 sustainability report.

By Katie Pyzyk • July 6, 2026

McCormick gets $28M tariff refund as Iran war raises costs

The spice and ingredients maker plans to use the returned funds to help mitigate higher logistics and material costs tied to the conflict.

By Antone Gonsalves • July 2, 2026

US blocks quick USMCA extension, putting annual review process into motion

The U.S., Mexico and Canada will continue negotiating about potential adjustments to the trilateral free trade agreement, which will remain in place until at least 2036.

By Phil Neuffer • July 1, 2026

US manufacturing expands again in June, but at slower rate than in May

The overall economy grew for the 20th month in a row, but the Iran war and price volatility are still major concerns for manufacturers.

By Jeff Kinney • July 1, 2026

GM invests $275M in Tennessee plant

The Spring Hill plant will produce more truck models as part of the company’s approximately $9 billion U.S. manufacturing footprint expansion.

By Eric Walz • June 30, 2026

CBP launches first of 2 tariff refund expansions

The agency’s refund portal now covers entries awaiting reconciliation of their final duty calculations.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 30, 2026

Lovesac on track with tariff-driven onshoring effort

The direct-to-consumer furniture retailer plans to start U.S. production of its Sactionals line this summer, CEO and Director Shawn Nelson said.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 30, 2026

CBP readies more stringent data requirements for postal imports

A new rule could result in more than $100 million in additional duties per year, although the agency said it may deter some import activity.

By Max Garland • June 29, 2026

JM Smucker eyes margin boost with lower green coffee commodity costs

The Folgers coffee maker introduced temporary price reductions due to the lower input costs, but stopped short of permanent cuts.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 25, 2026

Manufacturing grows at fastest rate since 2021 amid big job cuts

S&P Global flagged “an ongoing bifurcation of the economy, with sluggish service sector growth contrasting with an increasingly solid manufacturing expansion.”

By Jim Tyson • June 25, 2026

FedEx to send tariff refunds to customers starting in August

The carrier will prioritize returning duties first to shippers that opt in to sharing shipment and refund data with vendor partners.

By Max Garland • June 25, 2026

Kroger is working with suppliers to optimize costs

The grocery retailer is pushing negotiations and intentionally leveraging direct sourcing to optimize the cost of goods.

By Kelly Stroh • June 24, 2026

J&J commits $1B to expand contact lens production in Florida

The investment will add J&J’s manufacturing, packaging and distribution capabilities to meet growing demand for its contact lenses.

By Nick Paul Taylor • June 24, 2026

How low T-shirt pricing impacts supplier labor conditions

Despite inflation, reduced costs for the apparel staple spur negative consequences for workers’ wages and safety, per nonprofits Clean Clothes Campaign and Public Eye.

By Lauren Schenkman • June 23, 2026

Manufacturers balance costs, inventory amid uncertain rate environment

As companies watch to see if the Federal Reserve may change its posture on interest rates later in the year, and ripple effects from the Middle East continue, they’re getting more comfortable navigating the complexity.

By Keesa Schreane • June 23, 2026