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FMC to probe 7 ocean chokepoints to improve shipping conditions
The Federal Maritime Commission may bar container ships registered in countries it says are contributing to congestion and delays from entering U.S. ports.
By Kelly Stroh • March 19, 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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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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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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USPS will work with Elon Musk’s DOGE to cut costs
The agency plans to cut 10,000 employees via early retirement as it seeks further reform, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy said.
By Max Garland • March 14, 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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Deep DiveWhat privatizing the US Postal Service could mean for prices, coverage
As President Donald Trump mulls big changes for the agency, experts said taking it private could put some of its current advantages at risk.
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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Tariffs create frenzy in cross-border trucking
Some customers have seen an increase in wait times at the U.S.-Mexico border, while others are adjusting to avoid higher duties.
By Alejandra Carranza , Colin Campbell • 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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Trump tariffsTrump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods
Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.
By Philip Neuffer • March 6, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump pauses Mexico tariffs on USMCA goods until April 2
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated the White House will soon announce that all goods compliant with the trade deal could receive the same treatment.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 6, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsUS pauses auto tariffs by one month
The exemption covers cars imported through the USMCA and comes after President Donald Trump spoke with the Big Three automakers.
By Philip Neuffer • March 5, 2025 -
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Target expects tariffs to pressure profits in Q1
The retailer saw sales slide in the fourth quarter as it faced out-of-stocks and other challenges with in-store experiences.
By Nate Delesline III • March 5, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump’s trade war heats up as countries retaliate against tariffs
Mexico, Canada and China all announced they would counter the president's orders after additional duties went into effect this week.
By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez , Max Garland • March 4, 2025 -
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Manufacturing is on the rebound, but tariffs threaten growth: PMI
Production and demand rose last month as customers rushed to put in new orders ahead of the Trump administration's levies. The bump, however, could prove short-lived as prices spike amid tariff-induced inflation.
By Kate Magill • March 4, 2025 -
Trump tariffsCBP prepares to enforce Canada, Mexico tariffs
The agency revealed its planned changes to the harmonized tariff schedule in a federal register notice hours before the March 4 start date.
By Edwin Lopez • March 3, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump hikes tariffs on China by 10%
The president also maintained that the pause on duties for Canada and Mexico will come to an end Tuesday.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 3, 2025 -
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Trump tariffsTrump delays de minimis’ end for Canada, Mexico products
The exemption will remain even with new tariffs set to take effect Tuesday as the White House pursues better methods to collect duties from low-cost goods.
By Max Garland • March 3, 2025
