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Protein powder shortage threatens America’s biggest food craze
Companies are now grappling with whether to raise prices at a time when consumers are already reeling from a prolonged period of inflation.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 11, 2026 -
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Warehouse automation, logistics management and procurement processes are just a few of the ways companies are using AI to streamline their supply chains.
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Trump gives EU July 4 deadline to implement tariff deal
The president said he will raise tariffs on EU imports if the bloc does not “deliver their side of the Deal,” while EU leaders say the ratification process is progressing.
By Phil Neuffer • May 8, 2026 -
FDA warns of neurosurgical supply disruptions
Interruptions in the supply of neurosurgical patties, sponges and strips are expected to continue through 2026.
By Elise Reuter • May 8, 2026 -
P&G shifts Supply Chain 3.0, other platforms into large-scale rollout
The CPG maker expects to bolster productivity through automation deployed globally in warehouses and manufacturing plants.
By Antone Gonsalves • May 8, 2026 -
Trade court rules Trump’s 10% global tariff illegal
Despite saying the levy was "unauthorized by law,” the U.S. Court of International Trade did not issue a universal stay, instead providing injunctive relief for three parties tied to the case.
By Phil Neuffer • May 7, 2026 -
DOJ confirms antitrust investigation into top beef producers
A top official said the Justice Department is using “every law enforcement tool available to help reduce food prices.”
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 7, 2026 -
USTR to review China tariffs as Section 301 takes center stage
The agency is reviewing levies installed under the statute during the first Trump administration while advancing additional probes.
By Phil Neuffer • May 6, 2026 -
P&G flags $150M hit from Iran war supply disruptions
The consumer goods manufacturer aims to blunt the impact by reformulating products and diversifying its supply base.
By Antone Gonsalves • May 6, 2026 -
Mars, Ofi collaborate to cut carbon footprint of cocoa production
The confectionery giant and ingredients supplier’s five-year project aims to employ regenerative agriculture practices and cut emissions across their shared cocoa supply chain in Ecuador.
By Zoya Mirza • May 6, 2026 -
Amazon, Walmart seek source reduction solutions from suppliers
The Sustainable Packaging Coalition’s Retailer Forum initially considered challenges with flexibles and will next focus on bottles, containers and closures.
By Maria Rachal • May 5, 2026 -
Ford expects $1.3B tariff refund, but supply chain pressure remains
The automaker is still prepping for a $1 billion hit from tariffs in 2026 while projecting sizable commodity headwinds.
By Phil Neuffer • May 4, 2026 -
Drugmaker AbbVie chooses North Carolina for $1.4B manufacturing campus
The 185-acre site will be the company’s largest single investment to date, with a focus on small-volume parenteral products like vials and prefilled syringes.
By Nathan Owens • May 4, 2026 -
Manufacturing expands for fourth month, but price increases remain a concern
All six of the largest manufacturing industries reported price increases in April, stemming largely from the war in Iran and tariffs, ISM said.
By Jeffrey Kinney • May 1, 2026 -
Trump targets EU cars, trucks with 25% tariff
The U.S. president said he would install the levy next week because the bloc “is not complying” with a trade agreement struck last summer.
By Phil Neuffer • May 1, 2026 -
Software-defined vehicles test auto supply chains: Moody’s
Vehicles with updatable software platforms can increase input costs and strain supplier relationships, per Andrei Quinn‑Barabanov, supply chain industry practice lead.
By Paul Myles • May 1, 2026 -
CBP’s tariff refund portal is performing better than expected
The agency said it anticipates returning funds to importers as early as May 12, according to a notice published Monday.
By Phil Neuffer • Updated May 4, 2026 -
Mercedes-Benz secures multi-year EV battery supply deal with Samsung SDI
The automaker plans to use the nickel-manganese-cobalt batteries for future compact and mid-size electric SUVs and coupe models.
By Eric Walz • April 29, 2026 -
General Mills faces setback in supply chain sustainability push
The food maker said total greenhouse gas emissions fell 14% in fiscal 2025 compared to the 2020 baseline, less than the 19% drop in 2024.
By Antone Gonsalves • April 29, 2026 -
GM forecasts $500M tariff refund, plans further mitigation efforts
The automaker still projects up to $3.5 billion in duty costs in 2026, primarily driven by Section 232 levies, including those on steel and aluminum.
By Phil Neuffer • April 28, 2026 -
Amazon Web Services unveils agentic AI supply chain tool
Amazon Connect Decisions combines more than 25 specialized tools to centralize data, triage alerts and translate demand forecasts.
By Kelly Stroh • April 28, 2026 -
Gap targets improved traceability operations, data collection
The retailer aims to enhance coordination with suppliers using an AI layer from supply chain software company Inspectorio.
By Kelly Stroh • April 28, 2026 -
Uber Freight director: A mentor is a springboard toward success
Gaining workplace visibility by demonstrating skills and productivity is also critical for career development, according to Olivia Hu, senior director of autonomous trucking and electrification.
By Kelly Stroh • April 28, 2026 -
Union Pacific settles dispute with rail supplier, reaches 7-year agreement
Rocky Mountain Steel plans to operate a new, long-rail mill in Pueblo, Colorado, this year as part of a $1 billion investment in domestic steel production.
By Nathan Owens • April 28, 2026 -
Iran war slows growth in services, manufacturing: S&P Global
Worries about war-induced inflation, supply bottlenecks, the cost of living and government policy have eroded sentiments among services companies, S&P Global said.
By Jim Tyson • April 27, 2026