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Hermès preps to raise US prices in response to tariffs
The France-based luxury brand’s decision is meant to offset the impact of an additional 10% tariff on exports from the European Union to the U.S.
By Laurel Deppen • April 21, 2025 -
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Deep DiveTrump’s tariffs aim to reverse decades of manufacturing decline. Will they succeed?
While major firms like TSMC and Nvidia have announced massive U.S. investment in recent weeks, experts are skeptical the policies will lead to a widespread revitalization of domestic manufacturing.
By Kate Magill • April 18, 2025 -
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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management.
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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 Kate Magill • 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 Philip Neuffer • Updated April 22, 2025 -
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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 Max Garland • 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 Edwin Lopez • 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 Philip Neuffer • April 14, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsUS 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 Sara Samora • April 14, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump 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 Edwin Lopez • 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 Max Garland • 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 Kelly Stroh • 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 Max Garland • Updated April 14, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump 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 Philip Neuffer • 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 Max Garland • 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 Sara Samora • 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 Max Garland • 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 Philip Neuffer • 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 Kate Magill • 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 Kelly Stroh • 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 Philip Neuffer • April 4, 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 Philip Neuffer • Updated April 9, 2025
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