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Trump sets stage for more tariffs with wind turbine probe
Capstone analysts said they expect the government to expedite the investigation and apply tariffs “likely around 25%-50%” on turbines and components.
By Meris Lutz • Aug. 25, 2025 -
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Canada to scale back retaliatory tariffs for US imports on Sept. 1
The country will lift levies on goods compliant with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement while maintaining sector-specific duties on steel, aluminum and cars.
By Philip Neuffer • Aug. 22, 2025 -
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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.
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Energy Department to boost critical mineral supply with $1B funding
The financial support is part of the Trump administration’s effort to reduce reliance on foreign sources of critical minerals, especially from China.
By Antone Gonsalves • Aug. 21, 2025 -
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Snickers maker Mars pursues stable chocolate supply with gene-editing
The candy giant is using Pairwise’s plant-breeding technology to improve cocoa production as climate challenges and disease send prices soaring.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 21, 2025 -
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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.
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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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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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.
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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Sponsored by Amazon Business3 ways AI optimizes procurement
What procurement leaders need to know about AI’s biggest impact areas.
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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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 -
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Trump tariffsTrump 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
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