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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 Phil Neuffer • 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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TrendlineSupply Chain Technology Adoption
Retailers and manufacturers are increasingly employing artificial intelligence, digital twins and traceability systems to improve visibility and operational performance.
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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 -
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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 Kate Magill • 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 Phil Neuffer • 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.
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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 tariffsTrump 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 Phil Neuffer • 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 Max Garland • 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 Max Garland • March 12, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump 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 Phil Neuffer • 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 Kelly Stroh • 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 Kate Magill • March 7, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump 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 Phil Neuffer • March 6, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump 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 Phil Neuffer • Updated March 6, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsUS 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 Phil Neuffer • 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 Haley Cawthon • March 5, 2025 -
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Target expects tariffs to pressure profits in Q1
The retailer saw sales slide in the fourth quarter as it faced out-of-stocks and other challenges with in-store experiences.
By Nate Delesline III • March 5, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump’s trade war heats up as countries retaliate against tariffs
Mexico, Canada and China all announced they would counter the president's orders after additional duties went into effect this week.
By Phil Neuffer , Edwin Lopez , Max Garland • March 4, 2025 -
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Manufacturing is on the rebound, but tariffs threaten growth: PMI
Production and demand rose last month as customers rushed to put in new orders ahead of the Trump administration's levies. The bump, however, could prove short-lived as prices spike amid tariff-induced inflation.
By Kate Magill • March 4, 2025 -
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TSMC to invest $100B in US manufacturing
The chipmaker plans to build two additional semiconductor facilities in Arizona, creating thousands of jobs. The company is in the midst of constructing three chip factories in the state.
By Kate Magill • March 4, 2025
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