US, EU agree to terms of framework trade pact

The two trading partners documented provisions of a deal that would set a 15% tariff on many EU imports, including cars, auto parts, pharmaceuticals and semiconductors.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 21, 2025

As The Container Store cracks down, suppliers wonder about its future

Chief Commercial Officer Martin Schumacher recently told vendors their margins have been “artificially high” and warned that “those days are over.”

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 20, 2025

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Inventory Management

Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.

By Supply Chain Dive staff

Tariff strategies, economic clouds: What to know for the rest of 2025

Industry experts discussed commodity markets and logistics changes at Supply Chain Dive’s annual outlook event.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 19, 2025

US expands scope of Section 232 steel, aluminum tariffs

Truck trailers, certain car parts and numerous household appliances will now face 50% levies, per guidance from Customs and Border Protection.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 18, 2025

Vendors say Saks Global not following through on overdue payments

CEO Marc Metrick in February acknowledged a backlog and promised outstanding invoices would be addressed beginning in July.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 18, 2025

Producer prices rise as high tariff costs trickle through supply chains

“It’s going to take another two to three quarters for tariffs to play through” the inflation data, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis President Alberto Musalem said.

By Jim Tyson • Updated Aug. 15, 2025

Trump says semiconductor tariffs to come next week

The president indicated that duties on chips would be “approximately 100%” earlier this month.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 15, 2025

Tyson adjusts beef production in face of low supply, healthy demand

The meat processor has cut costs from its operation and slowed processing speeds to get the most from record-low cattle availability.

By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 14, 2025

GE Appliances to invest $3B in US manufacturing

The funds will help the front-load washer manufacturer continue to reshore production from Mexico and China. The company’s first phase of its plans will focus on plants located in Kentucky, Georgia, South Carolina and Alabama.

By Sara Samora • Aug. 14, 2025

Increased production, polyester use causing fashion industry’s emissions to rise: report

The apparel sector’s greenhouse gas emissions increased to 944 million metric tons in 2023, up by 7.5% compared to 2022, according to the Apparel Impact Institute.

By Lauren Schenkman • Aug. 14, 2025

GM inks domestic rare earth magnet supply deal with Noveon Magnetics

The Texas-based company is supplying neodymium magnets, which are the most powerful commercially available and used in a wide range of automotive applications.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 13, 2025

Retail buyers are reacting to tariffs with AI and early orders

A Deloitte report found the industry is using the tech to navigate a shifting trade environment — and making holiday buys two months earlier than last year.

By Dani James • Aug. 13, 2025

Hydro Flask, Osprey owner doubles down on Southeast Asia sourcing

Parent company Helen of Troy expects that at least 40% of its goods will be dual sourced by the end of FY2026.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 12, 2025

US to maintain lower tariff rates on China imports for 90 more days

China also extended its suspension of additional retaliatory duties against U.S. goods, maintaining current rates until November.

By Max Garland • Updated Aug. 12, 2025

Lucid-led coalition seeks to boost critical minerals sourcing

The partnership between the automaker, producers and refiners is meant to accelerate and stabilize electric vehicle supply chains.

By Larry Avila • Aug. 11, 2025

3 ways AI optimizes procurement

What procurement leaders need to know about AI’s biggest impact areas.

Aug. 11, 2025

Apple adds $100B to manufacturing pledge, aims to draw suppliers to US

The enhanced investment comes as the consumer electronics giant anticipates incurring nearly $2 billion in tariff-related costs.

By Sara Samora • Aug. 8, 2025

​​​​​Trump’s latest tariffs part of ‘new normal’ for retailers, manufacturers

With country-specific tariffs taking hold for imports from numerous trading partners, many companies are considering price hikes and sourcing strategies that prioritize adaptability.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 7, 2025

Trump tariff court case questions president’s emergency powers

Appellate judges are weighing dueling interpretations of a 1977 emergency powers act to determine the legality of the Trump administration's sweeping duties.

By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 7, 2025

Steve Madden forecasts tough road ahead due to tariffs

The company planned to shift some China sourcing to Brazil, but new duties on the South American country has the retailer taking a wait-and-see approach.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 7, 2025

Trump plans 100% tariffs for semiconductor imports

Chips are one of several product types currently under Section 232 investigation by the White House, a frequent precursor to duties.

By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 6, 2025

US to levy another 25% tariff on India imports

The additional duty, taking effect in 21 days, will stack on top of a 25% country-specific reciprocal tariff set to arrive Thursday.

By Max Garland • Aug. 6, 2025

Albertsons outlines defense against growing ingredients costs

The grocery chain would consider alternate sourcing options if tariffs become unwieldy, its CEO said.

By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 6, 2025

Tariffs, climate change brew interest in coffee alternatives

Escalating costs could position bean-free substitutes made from broken rice or other ingredients as cheaper, more sustainable options.

By Leah Borts-Kuperman • Aug. 6, 2025

Mapping Trump’s tariffs by trade balance and geography

Duties on over 90 countries’ imports are slated to rise above a previous 10% baseline tariff implemented by the U.S. Here are three graphics illustrating the changes.

By Edwin Lopez • Aug. 5, 2025