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Corning, Suniva and Heliene form US solar supply chain
The companies aim to produce a module made with polysilicon, wafers and cells manufactured in the U.S.
By Sara Samora • March 24, 2025 -
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Sponsored by TauliaBusinesses are feeling optimistic in 2025
In 2025, 85% of global suppliers are driven by a newfound optimism, embracing innovation and growth.
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TrendlineRetail Supply Chains
Retailers are making operational investments and adjustments to maintain supply chain resilience. Here’s how.
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Trump orders review of domestic critical mineral production
Federal agencies must identify lands and projects that can be developed immediately, per an executive order signed Thursday.
By Philip Neuffer • March 21, 2025 -
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How fashion leaders are thinking about tariffs, textile sustainability
Companies should focus on smart sourcing and responsible manufacturing in response to fluctuating tariffs, per Stephen Lamar, president and CEO of the American Apparel and Footwear Association.
By Laurel Deppen • March 21, 2025 -
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Nissan, SK On announce $661M EV battery supply deal
The automaker will use the batteries for electric vehicles manufactured at its assembly plant in Mississippi.
By Kelly Stroh • March 20, 2025 -
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EU moving forward with tariff countermeasures
Member countries voted in favor of implementing retaliatory actions to U.S. tariffs, starting April 15.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated April 9, 2025 -
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De minimis changes: Businesses, trade groups weigh in
Customs and Border Protection proposals to increase data requirements and limit the exemption's use drew a mixed response from commenters.
By Max Garland • March 20, 2025 -
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Kroger keeps eye on produce tariff exposure
The supermarket chain is also identifying opportunities to diversify its sourcing base for other commodities.
By Kelly Stroh • March 20, 2025 -
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What 25 retail leaders are saying about tariffs
From price increase warnings to confidence that vendor relationships will help ride out the storm, here's how the retail C-suite plans to weather tariffs.
By Kaarin Moore • March 20, 2025 -
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Tariffs are paused for USMCA-compliant goods. How can companies qualify?
Businesses that previously found pursuing USMCA treatment cost-prohibitive are scrambling to determine if they meet the trade deal’s requirements.
By Philip Neuffer • March 19, 2025 -
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Food manufacturers seek ‘targeted’ tariff exemptions from White House
The Consumer Brands Association, which represents PepsiCo, Conagra and Mondelēz, said ingredients such as cocoa, coffee and certain spices aren’t produced in the U.S.
By Christopher Doering • March 19, 2025 -
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As tariffs loom over pharma manufacturing, a reshoring effort is underway — but not without challenges
Experts say cost and other barriers present challenges to returning to U.S. shores.
By Kelly Bilodeau • March 18, 2025 -
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Tariff uncertainty sparks manufacturing anxiety, especially among small firms
Shifting foreign suppliers could become more difficult as the Trump administration continues to enact new widespread tariff policies.
By Kate Magill • March 17, 2025 -
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Metal tariffs make American manufacturing less competitive, can makers say
The present tariffs situation “opens the door for cheaper canned foods to flood the U.S. market from China and other foreign competitors,” the Can Manufacturers Institute said. U.S. trade groups are calling for exemptions.
By Maria Rachal • March 17, 2025 -
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AI, automation enrich Kraft Heinz’s supply chain
The food product maker aims to enhance procurement processes and boost productivity as part of a larger transformation journey.
By Philip Neuffer • March 17, 2025 -
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What 6 food and beverage companies are saying about tariffs
CEOs of General Mills, Tyson Foods and Coca-Cola are among companies warning of an impact to their bottom line, with some predicting price increases from a prolonged trade war.
By Sarah Zimmerman , Christopher Doering • March 17, 2025 -
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Jack Daniel’s maker says Canada pulling stock worse than tariffs
Brown-Forman's CEO worries the response to U.S. duties by retailers could spread to Europe.
By Chris Casey • March 13, 2025 -
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Fashion industry ‘nervous’ over potential Vietnam tariffs
Though the region isn’t as large of a sourcing hub as China, experts say duties on Vietnam would create headwinds for footwear and apparel companies.
By Laurel Deppen • March 13, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump threatens 200% tariffs on European wine, champagne
The president vowed to implement the new duties if the European Union doesn’t walk back its retaliatory actions against U.S. whiskey.
By Philip Neuffer • March 13, 2025 -
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Canada to impose 25% reciprocal tariffs following US steel, aluminum duties
The measure, which takes effect Thursday, covers nearly $30 billion in imports from the U.S., including computers and sports equipment.
By Max Garland • March 12, 2025 -
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Trump wants to end the ‘horrible, horrible’ CHIPS Act. It’s not that simple.
Defunding the law would require an act of Congress, which one expert says would be unlikely to pass.
By Nathan Owens • March 12, 2025 -
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EU retaliates against US steel, aluminum tariffs
The European Commission is letting previously suspended duties return for various products and planning for additional countermeasures by mid-April.
By Max Garland • March 12, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump reverses Canada steel, aluminum tariff hike
A 25% tariff increase on the metal imports will still go into effect Wednesday, but that rate won't double after Ontario backed off from imposing retaliatory energy tariffs.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 11, 2025 -
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Best Buy warns tariffs may drive up prices
The electronics retailer expects vendors to pass along some portion of the added costs from new import taxes, according to CEO Corie Barry.
By Nate Delesline III • March 10, 2025 -
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Monster takes patient approach to aluminum tariffs
The beverage company is “hedged” on the metal in 2025, but it is reviewing its pricing strategy.
By Kelly Stroh • March 7, 2025
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