Procurement

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    Trump sets fresh 10% global tariff — and plans to increase further

    The new duties will go into effect Feb. 24, although the president has since signaled he will raise the rate to 15%.

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    US, Indonesia formalize reciprocal trade agreement

    The pact would cement 19% tariffs on goods from Indonesia, but a Supreme Court ruling Friday puts the deal and others like it into question.

    By • Feb. 20, 2026
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    Supply Chain Technology Adoption

    Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Amazon expands carbon credit offerings to help suppliers cut emissions

    The company will now offer lower-carbon fuel inset credits and super pollutant refrigerant destruction credits through its Sustainable Exchange resource hub.

    By Zoya Mirza • Feb. 20, 2026
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    Supreme Court invalidates Trump tariffs based on emergency powers

    In a 6-3 decision, the court rejected President Trump's claim that a 1977 law gave him the authority to impose broad tariffs globally.

    By • Updated Feb. 20, 2026
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    Stellantis names former GM exec to lead purchasing and supplier quality for North America

    Marcelo Conti spent the past 11 years at General Motors, most recently as the automaker’s head of purchasing for interior, exterior and thermal products.

    By • Feb. 19, 2026
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    4 fashion supply chain trends to watch in 2026

    As trade uncertainty continues to strain sourcing, companies will lean on cost-management strategies and AI-fueled efficiencies.

    By • Feb. 19, 2026
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    Toast, Instacart launch just-in-time supply tool

    Restaurants will be able to place Instacart Business orders through Toast’s platforms, offering a stopgap option when unexpected supply chain issues hit.

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Feb. 19, 2026
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    Nordstrom builds sourcing strategy, spend visibility with AI

    The retailer would benefit from an AI solution for sourcing agility and resiliency, Chief Procurement Officer Karoline Dygas said at Manifest 2026.

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Smithfield to build $1.3B pork processing plant

    The facility, which will also produce packaged meats, will replace a more than 100-year-old plant in South Dakota and provide “significant efficiency gains.”

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 18, 2026
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    AI fueled massive surge in fraud losses last year, study finds

    AI fraud has now outpaced traditional fraud, signaling a major shift in the threat landscape, according to the research.

    By Alexei Alexis • Feb. 17, 2026
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    Beyond compliance: How primary carbon data drives smarter sourcing

    Through its Scope 3 Program, Together for Sustainability (TfS) is helping chemical companies and suppliers shift from estimates to evidence.

    Feb. 17, 2026
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    Tariffs, supplier fire continue to batter Ford

    Confusion over the start date for auto part levy offsets caused the automaker to incur higher costs than it originally expected.

    By • Feb. 13, 2026
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    Trump administration moves to require 100% domestic materials in EV chargers

    The proposed increase from 55% calls for nearly all charger materials, including iron and steel, to be made in the U.S. to receive federal funding.

    By Nathan Owens • Feb. 13, 2026
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    US commits to 15% tariff limit for Taiwan goods

    The two countries came to terms on a pact that would also reduce levies on most U.S. goods entering Taiwan and facilitate agricultural and industrial trade.

    By • Feb. 13, 2026
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    Campbell’s to shutter Cape Cod potato chip plant

    The company plans to shift production at the Massachusetts site, which also makes Kettle Brand chips, to other facilities to boost efficiency.

    By Christopher Doering • Feb. 12, 2026
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    JM Smucker overhauls supply chain leadership

    The Milkbone maker named Rob Ferguson its new chief product supply officer after eliminating the COO role and announcing the retirement of several other supply chain executives.

    By • Feb. 11, 2026
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    US inks deal with Bangladesh to reduce tariffs

    The Trump administration plans to cut levies on imports from Bangladesh to 19% and consider the removal of tariffs for certain goods, including textiles and apparel.

    By • Feb. 10, 2026
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    US, trading partners forge pacts to lock in critical minerals

    The EU, Japan and Mexico pledged to cooperate with the U.S. on mining, processing and stockpiling minerals essential to the countries’ industries and economies.

    By • Feb. 9, 2026
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    Trump preps for tariffs on Iran’s trading partners

    The president, who previously threatened 25% levies on countries "doing business" with Iran, is tasking cabinet officials with assessing the need for such duties.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    Commerce hits China, Vietnam with duties for molded fiber products

    Some producers could face duties of up to 540% on certain molded fiber bowls, clamshells and other products, according to the American Molded Fiber Coalition.

    By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 6, 2026
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    US formalizes trade framework deals with Argentina, El Salvador, Guatemala

    The pacts solidify tariff exemptions, including for goods from Guatemala and El Salvador abiding by the Dominican Republic-Central America Free Trade Agreement.

    By • Feb. 6, 2026
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    EU renews efforts to advance US tariff deal after Trump reverses threats

    The bloc will continue work on the framework pact after U.S. President Donald Trump rescinded plans to enact levies to advance his campaign to annex Greenland.

    By • Feb. 5, 2026
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    Eli Lilly plans $3.5B weight-loss drug factory

    The Pennsylvania facility, part of a larger initiative to boost U.S. operations, will help the company meet increasing demand, according to CEO David Ricks.

    By Nathan Owens • Feb. 5, 2026
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    How grocers are taking charge of food traceability requirements

    Walmart and Kroger are among the retailers setting stricter standards that go beyond the federal requirements.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Feb. 4, 2026
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    Trump launches $12B critical mineral reserve to curb foreign reliance

    The federal initiative will build the stockpile with government-backed financing and private partners to protect key U.S. industries from supply shocks.

    By • Feb. 3, 2026