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US proceeds with China-linked ship fees
Trade groups fear the plan will raise ocean rates and disrupt supply chains, but U.S. officials argue the fees are essential to incentivizing domestic shipbuilding.
By Edwin Lopez • April 18, 2025 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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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US 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 -
Trump signs executive order to boost US’ role in ocean shipping
A Maritime Action Plan will target port infrastructure, mariner workforce training and U.S. shipbuilding, per an executive order published Wednesday.
By Kelly Stroh • April 14, 2025 -
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Trump 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 -
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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Trump 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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Fashion industry wary of sweeping tariff changes
The new policies are likely to raise prices and weaken consumer confidence, and are unlikely to bring U.S. manufacturing back, experts say.
By Lara Ewen • April 4, 2025 -
China readies 34% tariff on US imports starting April 10
The country's retaliation against President Donald Trump's trade policies builds upon previously announced duties.
By Max Garland • April 4, 2025 -
Aluminum cans, beer imports subject to 25% tariffs
The beer and can duties, which are separate from President Trump's baseline tariffs, are set to take effect Friday.
By Katie Pyzyk • Updated April 4, 2025 -
Trump tariffs
Trump installs 10% baseline tariff, country-specific duties
The president said he will levy import taxes on China, Japan and others equal to half of what they charge the U.S. based on White House calculations.
By Philip Neuffer • April 2, 2025 -
AAFA reacts to cancellation of labor rights contracts
The fashion trade organization “expressed alarm” over the Trump administration’s decision to eliminate the Bureau of International Labor Affairs’ grant programs.
By Lara Ewen • March 31, 2025 -
Trump tariffs
Trump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of international trade actions
The U.S. has rolled out a deluge of tariffs, sparking responses from trading partners. Here's where each tariff – threatened or realized – currently stands.
By Philip Neuffer , Edwin Lopez • Updated July 15, 2025 -
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US auto tariffs begin, part tariffs to start May 3
A 25% import tax is being applied to foreign vehicles, though a federal register notice clarifies foreign parts will be taxed at a later date.
By Kelly Stroh • Updated April 3, 2025 -
Trump admin delays traceability rule to contain foodborne illness outbreaks
The 30-month pause comes as major companies have grappled with E. coli and listeria contamination within their supply chains.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 25, 2025 -
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Trump threatens tariffs on Venezuela’s oil buyers
The president said he will levy duties against countries that import oil or gas from the South American country starting April 2.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated March 25, 2025 -
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