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    EU pushes back retaliatory tariffs on US to mid-April

    The decision provides additional time for discussions with the Trump administration, according to a European Commission spokesperson.

    By March 20, 2025
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    De minimis changes: Businesses, trade groups weigh in

    Customs and Border Protection proposals to increase data requirements and limit the exemption's use drew a mixed response from commenters.

    By March 20, 2025
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    Inventory Management

    See how various companies have adjusted their inventories.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    Kroger keeps eye on produce tariff exposure

    The supermarket chain is also identifying opportunities to diversify its sourcing base for other commodities.

    By March 20, 2025
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    What 25 retail leaders are saying about tariffs

    From price increase warnings to confidence that vendor relationships will help ride out the storm, here's how the retail C-suite plans to weather tariffs.

    By Kaarin Moore • March 20, 2025
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    Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?

    Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost-prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.

    By March 19, 2025
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    Food manufacturers seek ‘targeted’ tariff exemptions from White House

    The Consumer Brands Association, which represents PepsiCo, Conagra and Mondelēz, said ingredients such as cocoa, coffee and certain spices aren’t produced in the U.S.

    By Christopher Doering • March 19, 2025
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    As tariffs loom over pharma manufacturing, a reshoring effort is underway — but not without challenges

    Experts say cost and other barriers present challenges to returning to U.S. shores.

    By Kelly Bilodeau • March 18, 2025
  • Tariff uncertainty sparks manufacturing anxiety, especially among small firms

    Shifting foreign suppliers could become more difficult as the Trump administration continues to enact new widespread tariff policies.

    By March 17, 2025
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    Metal tariffs make American manufacturing less competitive, can makers say

    The present tariffs situation “opens the door for cheaper canned foods to flood the U.S. market from China and other foreign competitors,” the Can Manufacturers Institute said. U.S. trade groups are calling for exemptions.

    By Maria Rachal • March 17, 2025
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    AI, automation enrich Kraft Heinz’s supply chain

    The food product maker aims to enhance procurement processes and boost productivity as part of a larger transformation journey.

    By March 17, 2025
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    What 6 food and beverage companies are saying about tariffs

    CEOs of General Mills, Tyson Foods and Coca-Cola are among companies warning of an impact to their bottom line, with some predicting price increases from a prolonged trade war.

    By , Christopher Doering • March 17, 2025
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    Jack Daniel’s maker says Canada pulling stock worse than tariffs

    Brown-Forman's CEO worries the response to U.S. duties by retailers could spread to Europe.

    By Chris Casey • March 13, 2025
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    Fashion industry ‘nervous’ over potential Vietnam tariffs

    Though the region isn’t as large of a sourcing hub as China, experts say duties on Vietnam would create headwinds for footwear and apparel companies.

    By Laurel Deppen • March 13, 2025
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    Trump threatens 200% tariffs on European wine, champagne

    The president vowed to implement the new duties if the European Union doesn’t walk back its retaliatory actions against U.S. whiskey.

    By March 13, 2025
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    Canada to impose 25% reciprocal tariffs following US steel, aluminum duties

    The measure, which takes effect Thursday, covers nearly $30 billion in imports from the U.S., including computers and sports equipment.

    By March 12, 2025
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    Trump wants to end the ‘horrible, horrible’ CHIPS Act. It’s not that simple.

    Defunding the law would require an act of Congress, which one expert says would be unlikely to pass.

    By Nathan Owens • March 12, 2025
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    EU retaliates against US steel, aluminum tariffs

    The European Commission is letting previously suspended duties return for various products and planning for additional countermeasures by mid-April.

    By March 12, 2025
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    Trump reverses Canada steel, aluminum tariff hike

    A 25% tariff increase on the metal imports will still go into effect Wednesday, but that rate won't double after Ontario backed off from imposing retaliatory energy tariffs.

    By Updated March 11, 2025
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    Best Buy warns tariffs may drive up prices

    The electronics retailer expects vendors to pass along some portion of the added costs from new import taxes, according to CEO Corie Barry.

    By Nate Delesline III • March 10, 2025
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    Monster takes patient approach to aluminum tariffs

    The beverage company is “hedged” on the metal in 2025, but it is reviewing its pricing strategy.

    By March 7, 2025
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    US chip production targets at risk under Trump administration

    As the president uses tariffs to push domestic manufacturing while calling for federal spending cuts, experts say the future of the CHIPS and Science Act and its funding is increasingly doubtful.

    By March 7, 2025
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    Trump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods

    Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.

    By March 6, 2025
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    Trump pauses Mexico tariffs on USMCA goods until April 2

    Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated the White House will soon announce that all goods compliant with the trade deal could receive the same treatment.

    By Updated March 6, 2025
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    US pauses auto tariffs by one month

    The exemption covers cars imported through the USMCA and comes after President Donald Trump spoke with the Big Three automakers.

    By March 5, 2025
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    Cisco plans further supply chain adjustments to offset tariffs

    The telecommunications company has already cut exposure to China by 80%, CFO Richard Scott Herren said.

    By March 5, 2025