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    Trump administration ordered to resume IRA funding

    The decision, which stated federal agencies lacked authority to pause funding, follows the president’s executive order to freeze the money on his first day in office. 

    By April 17, 2025
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    Canada grants limited reprieve on auto tariffs

    The country will allow a certain amount of U.S.-assembled cars to be imported duty-free provided companies maintain domestic production and investment levels. 

    By Updated April 22, 2025
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    Inventory Management

    Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.

    By Supply Chain Dive staff
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    De minimis’ future: 4 questions shippers should consider

    The exemption's end for China could generate price volatility in e-commerce over the next few weeks while driving more fulfillment operations to the U.S., experts say.

    By April 16, 2025
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    Levi’s says any tariff-related price bumps will be ‘surgical’

    Chief Financial and Growth Officer Harmit Singh this month said the last time the company faced a similarly murky challenge was during the pandemic.

    By Daphne Howland • April 16, 2025
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    Trump orders Section 232 probe of critical minerals

    Similar investigations into other industries have been a precursor to sector-specific tariffs from the U.S., which wants to boost its domestic rare earth supply.

    By April 16, 2025
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    US launches probe into semiconductor imports

    The Section 232 investigation comes ahead of anticipated tariffs on the industry.

    By April 14, 2025
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    US launches probe that could set stage for pharma tariffs

    The Commerce Department has begun a Section 232 investigation into the national security effects of the U.S. importing pharmaceuticals and their starting materials.

    By Ned Pagliarulo • April 14, 2025
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    Trump’s tariffs spare various chemicals

    The exemption list also includes certain critical minerals, semiconductor components and energy products.

    By April 14, 2025
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    Trump excludes some electronics from reciprocal tariffs

    Smartphones and electronic integrated circuits, among other products, now qualify for the “semiconductor” exemption — though officials say sector-specific duties are still coming.

    By Updated April 14, 2025
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    Amid tariff turmoil, Novartis commits to spending $23B on US manufacturing

    Novartis expects the new capacity will allow it to produce all of its key medicines “end to end” in the U.S., as the Trump administration buffets global trade with tariffs.

    By Jonathan Gardner • April 11, 2025
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    China raises tariffs on US imports to 125%

    The increase takes effect April 12, and the country's Ministry of Finance signaled it won’t retaliate further if Trump hikes duties again.

    By April 11, 2025
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    Dollar Tree prepped for multiple tariff scenarios, CEO says

    The retailer is considering changes in its approach to supplier costs, product specifications and sourcing as it navigates shifting trade policies.

    By April 10, 2025
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    Trump says ‘major’ tariffs coming on pharmaceuticals

    The president said the new duties would “come shortly” in a speech on Tuesday, potentially joining levies specific to other sectors such as cars and auto parts.

    By Kristin Jensen • April 10, 2025
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    EU delays US tariff countermeasures by 90 days

    The move comes in response to President Donald Trump’s pause of reciprocal tariffs against the bloc and most other trading partners.

    By Updated April 14, 2025
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    Trump pauses most reciprocal tariffs, hikes China’s further

    The U.S. will now charge a 125% duty on imports from China, while most other countries will be subject to a 10% rate for 90 days.

    By Updated April 11, 2025
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    China raises tariffs on US to 84%, matching Trump’s increase

    The retaliatory duties, taking effect Thursday, were originally set at 34% before the White House raised its own rates further.

    By April 9, 2025
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    China targets US defense manufacturers with import restrictions

    The move is part of China's escalating retaliatory actions after the Trump administration ordered a 34% tariff against the country.

    By April 8, 2025
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    Trump threatens 50% tariff on China if retaliatory duties stay

    The president said China, which vowed to fight the action, has until Tuesday to back off from its plan for 34% tariffs on U.S. imports.

    By Updated April 8, 2025
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    What’s influencing Trump’s trade strategies?

    Findings from a trade review completed last week hint at the future direction of the president's policies.

    By April 7, 2025
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    A ‘wobbly’ moment in business: Manufacturers face life under Trump’s tariffs

    Companies are pushing to be more agile as the Trump administration’s baseline 10% tariff takes effect, but supply cost challenges loom ahead.

    By April 7, 2025
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    Chemours, Energy Fuels partner to boost critical minerals supply chain

    The two companies will leverage complementary operations and geographical footprints to meet growing demand.

    By April 7, 2025
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    5 key details in Trump’s global tariffs order

    The text of the order opens the door for reduced duties for Canada and Mexico, but whether tariffs on China will stack remains nebulous.

    By April 4, 2025
  • Current Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney gives a speech to supporters during a rally in Montreal on March 27, 2025.
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    Canada to match US tariffs on car imports

    The 25% duty on non-USMCA compliant passenger vehicles and light cargo trucks went into effect April 9.

    By Updated April 9, 2025
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    China readies 34% tariff on US imports starting April 10

    The country's retaliation against President Donald Trump's trade policies builds upon previously announced duties.

    By April 4, 2025
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    Aluminum cans, beer imports subject to 25% tariffs

    The beer and can duties, which are separate from President Trump's baseline tariffs, are set to take effect Friday.

    By Katie Pyzyk • Updated April 4, 2025