Campbell’s turns to suppliers to help ease tariff costs

The global food conglomerate's strategy also includes alternative sourcing, product cost optimization and, possibly, higher prices.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 13, 2025

HP responds quickly to tariff shock

The computer and printer maker expects to bypass China for nearly all U.S. imports by the end of June.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 12, 2025

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Mizuno to phase out kangaroo leather

The company said it planned to gradually stop using the marsupial skin in its products but didn’t give a specific timeline.

By Lara Ewen • June 12, 2025

C-store execs aren’t too concerned about tariffs. Experts think they should be.

Convenience leaders don’t expect tariffs to hurt their operations, but industry analysts believe the levies could result in higher operating costs and fewer store visits.

By Brett Dworski • June 11, 2025

GM is investing $4B in three plants to boost domestic production

The automaker says the investments will provide it with the capacity to build 2 million vehicles a year in the U.S.

By Eric Walz • June 11, 2025

Trump says tariff deal with China is ‘done’

The proposed agreement, pending approval from both countries, sets 55% tariffs on imports from China and a 10% rate on U.S. products, the president said Wednesday.

By Philip Neuffer • June 11, 2025

Trump’s tariffs can stay while appeal weighed, court rules

Oral arguments are tentatively set for July 31 in the case, which is centered around the president’s authority to impose sweeping duties.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 11, 2025

Kohl’s shifts inventory strategy to curb tariff impact

The retailer will adjust orders based on demand while slashing its exposure to countries facing higher U.S. tariffs.

By Kelly Stroh • June 10, 2025

J&J may take a softer tariff hit after US-China pause, CFO says

Joseph Wolk said the company’s tariff estimate is a “moving target” as U.S. trade talks and Section 232 investigations continue.

By Susan Kelly • June 9, 2025

Businesses revamp procurement amid AI adoption swell

Most companies are imposing stricter requirements when evaluating AI-powered software compared with other technologies, according to G2.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • June 6, 2025

Lucid signs US graphite supply deal for EV batteries

The agreement with Graphite One builds on a 2024 pact between the two companies and is expected to begin providing EV battery materials to the carmaker in 2028.

By Antone Gonsalves • Updated June 6, 2025

Tariffs squeeze off-price retailers more than expected

The major players likely have greater exposure to import levies than previously thought, though their value proposition remains an advantage.

By Daphne Howland • June 5, 2025

White House extends exclusions for Section 301 China tariffs

Exemptions to the duties installed during previous administrations will remain until Aug. 31, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced last week.

By Philip Neuffer • June 5, 2025

Lowe’s to maintain competitive pricing structure despite tariffs

The home improvement retailer is also pushing its global diversification efforts and product evaluations to move production away from China.

By Kelly Stroh • June 5, 2025

Human rights abuse documented in global leather supply chain

A new report from the Fair Labor Association uncovered violations including child labor and discrimination while offering solutions on how to adopt better traceability standards.

By Howard Ruben • June 4, 2025

Ralph Lauren tackles tariffs with agile supply chain

The fashion brand can shuffle manufacturing across a network that spans five continents to mitigate the impact of tariffs on costs, said CFO Justin Picicci.

By Antone Gonsalves • June 4, 2025

Manufacturing continues to stall as the industry grapples with tariff uncertainty: PMI

While production rose slightly, inventory backlogs dwindled as companies worked through stock pulled forward ahead of tariffs earlier this year. 

By Kate Magill • June 2, 2025

Asics stops kangaroo skin usage, following Adidas

The Japan-based athleticwear company plans to end its use of k-leather by the end of 2025.

By Lara Ewen • June 2, 2025

Trump to increase steel, aluminum tariffs to 50%

The president announced the tariff hikes while touting Nippon Steel’s proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel during a rally in Pittsburgh.

By Sara Samora • Updated June 3, 2025

Costco holds prices on some tariff-impacted items, CFO says

The warehouse club retailer has sought to eliminate the effect of higher duties on prices of certain “staple” goods like bananas, CFO Gary Millerchip said.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • May 30, 2025

Clarios plans $1B plant to shore up US critical mineral supply

The facility would recycle metalloid antimony to boost U.S. battery production.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 30, 2025

Kraft Heinz confirms $3B investment in US manufacturing

The ketchup maker is aiming to offset the impact of tariffs and weak consumer spending.

By Chris Casey • May 30, 2025

Canada Goose: Vertical manufacturing an edge against tariffs

Making goods in-house shielded the company from the brunt of tariffs, but not nervous consumers.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 29, 2025

US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs

The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority, halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.

By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 29, 2025

Trade panel clears path for higher tariffs on some solar imports

The U.S. International Trade Commission’s vote “clears the way” to set even higher solar import tariffs on four Southeast Asian countries, said attorney Tim Brightbill.

By Diana DiGangi • May 28, 2025