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

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Retail Supply Chains

Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

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

Boot Barn targets 5% China sourcing share for exclusive brands

The footwear retailer is shifting production to countries with lower tariffs, such as Cambodia, India and Vietnam, to reduce costs and supply chain risks.

By Kelly Stroh • May 28, 2025

Adidas quietly exits the kangaroo skin trade

The athleticwear giant said it stopped buying leather made from the marsupials in 2024, and it will end production of products containing the material this year.

By Lara Ewen • May 27, 2025

Shein drops prices following US-China tariff deal

The fast fashion company's competitor Temu also walked back duty-driven increases earlier this month.

By Laurel Deppen • May 23, 2025

Trump calls for 50% tariffs on EU

The duties are slated to take effect July 9 as the trading bloc and the U.S. reengage in trade talks, the president said.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated May 27, 2025

Under Armour takes multipronged approach to tariff strategy

The activewear brand's efforts to diversify sourcing is helping it minimize country-specific tariff exposure, CFO Dave Bergman said.

By Kelly Stroh • May 22, 2025

Subaru weighs options to curtail a potential $2.5B tariff hit

The automaker’s Indiana plant, which now makes around 350,000 vehicles a year, has capacity to ramp up production, a company spokesperson said.

By Larry Avila • May 22, 2025

Commerce Department asks automakers for supply chain data for tariff evaluations

The federal agency will require submissions of information such as declared customs value of imports and country of final assembly for carmakers to qualify for reduced duty rates.

By Kelly Stroh • May 21, 2025

Home Depot doesn’t plan to raise prices despite tariffs

The home improvement retailer said its U.S.-centric sourcing footprint will help it mitigate the effects of ongoing trade turmoil.

By Caroline Jansen • May 21, 2025

Stanley Black & Decker raises prices to mitigate tariff impacts

The company is also making supply chain moves to become more compliant with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada agreement and reduce its manufacturing footprint in China.

By Nathan Owens • May 20, 2025