US nears trade pact with South Korea

The two countries have “pretty much finalized” a deal, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday. 

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 29, 2025

Effective tariff mitigation requires strong industry connections: former CBP director

Engaging with customs brokers, industry trade associations and consultants is key, per Richard DiNucci, who is now a senior international trade advisor at Venable LLP.

By Kelly Stroh , Phil Neuffer • Oct. 28, 2025

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Supply 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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Mattel feels tariff crunch as holidays near

To mitigate levies, retailers are making more frequent but smaller orders while pushing the importation and warehousing of goods onto the toy maker.

By Daphne Howland , Phil Neuffer • Oct. 28, 2025

McCormick ups tariff impact to $70M before mitigation efforts

The spice giant is trying to offset tariff costs through productivity savings, alternative sourcing and higher prices.

By Antone Gonsalves • Updated Oct. 31, 2025

US inks Southeast Asia trade pacts, touts China negotiation progress

The White House reached reciprocal tariff deals or frameworks with Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia and Malaysia while hinting at a potential trade truce with China.

By Max Garland , Antone Gonsalves , Phil Neuffer , Kelly Stroh • Oct. 27, 2025

Trump to raise Canada tariffs by 10%

The announcement comes days after trade talks with Canada were suspended over an anti-tariff TV ad featuring parts of a 1987 speech by then-U.S. President Ronald Reagan.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 25, 2025

US reviews China’s compliance with 2020 trade pact

The White House opened a Section 301 investigation examining whether China fulfilled provisions within an agreement signed during the first Trump administration.

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 24, 2025

Ford faces up to $2B quarterly hit from Novelis plant fire

The automaker is preparing to boost production of its F-Series trucks with its aluminum supplier coming back online sooner than expected. 

By Larry Avila • Oct. 24, 2025

What shippers need to know about potential tariff refunds

The White House has indicated it may need to issue refunds if the Supreme Court strikes down certain levies. Here’s a guide of what to expect and how to prepare.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Oct. 24, 2025

US, Australia sign framework for critical mineral supply chain

The two countries agreed to the multibillion-dollar initiative as China tightens export controls for essential minerals.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 23, 2025

A tale of 3 small businesses: How they changed packaging to mitigate tariffs

As costs rise, companies have explored their options to shrink dimensions or change materials altogether.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 23, 2025

US weighs 100% tariffs on Nicaragua under Section 301

The Trump administration is also proposing to suspend all or some applications of CAFTA-DR benefits to the country, such as tariff concessions.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 21, 2025

Some employers skip the upskilling, use AI to replace workers

However, small- and medium-sized employers might become the “backbone” of upskilling as the market shifts, according to the British Standards Institution.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 21, 2025

Supreme Court urged to block Trump’s tariffs ahead of November hearing

Small businesses and states suing the president claimed levies implemented under a 1977 emergency powers act amounted to a $3 trillion tax increase on Americans.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 21, 2025

Costco leans on SKU flexibility, buyer experience for tariff strategy

The retailer has also opted to shift production origins and consolidate buying to lower the cost of goods.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 20, 2025

US formalizes tariffs on trucks, buses

Duties of 25% on trucks and 10% on buses begin Nov. 1, but some equipment manufacturers — including automakers — may qualify for cost offsets.

By Phil Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • Oct. 18, 2025

What tools does Trump have to impose tariffs?

Use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act will soon face Supreme Court review. Here are other mechanisms the president can use to hike duties.

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 16, 2025

Stellantis plans $13B investment to expand US manufacturing

The automaker will spend $600 million to bring its Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois back on line while using additional funds to upgrade other facilities.

By Eric Walz • Oct. 16, 2025

Lovesac sees ‘strong progress’ from 4-step tariff plan

The furniture retailer’s strategy includes price hikes, supplier negotiations and diversifying its sourcing footprint beyond China.

By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 16, 2025

US sets 100% tariffs for China-linked ship-to-shore cranes

The new duties will take effect Nov. 9 and could be followed by 150% levies on other port-related equipment.

By Phil Neuffer • Oct. 14, 2025

To move or not to move? Manufacturers hesitant to nearshore before USMCA review

While some companies are using regional supply chains or leaning on tariff exemptions by maximizing compliance, others are frozen in place.

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 14, 2025

Tyson agrees to record $85M settlement in pork price-fixing lawsuit

Meatpacking giants have agreed to pay nearly $200 million to address allegations they illegally conspired to limit bacon, ham and sausage supply to boost profits.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 14, 2025

Trump plans fresh China tariffs in response to rare earth export controls

The 100% duties will begin Nov. 1 and stack on existing levies, the president said Friday, seemingly squashing a monthslong trade truce.

By Phil Neuffer • Updated Oct. 14, 2025

Manufacturers focus on supply chain costs, look to AI amid uncertainty

Global disruptions, including tariffs, are hindering manufacturers’ ability to innovate, according to a recent KPMG survey. 

By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 10, 2025

Novelis faces extended production disruption after fire, impacting auto supply chain

The major aluminum sheet maker will keep the hot mill in its Oswego, New York, plant closed until early 2026.

By Antone Gonsalves • Updated Oct. 15, 2025