USTR hearing: 7 days of tariff testimony begin

More than 300 businesses or associations plan to provide testimony on how the proposed tranche four China tariffs would impact their businesses.

By Matt Leonard • June 17, 2019

US denies tariff exemptions for Tesla, GM, Uber

The tariff-exempt technologies are material to Beijing's "Made in China 2025" initiative or other critical industrial programs, according to the USTR.

By Morgan Forde • June 14, 2019

FDA taps Merck for blockchain pilot project

IBM, Walmart and KPMG will also be a part of the initiative, which aims to track medicines and ensure their integrity.

By Kristin Jensen • June 13, 2019

DOT marks $600M in grants for port, rail infrastructure

The U.S. Department of Transportation announced a slate of grants for coastal ports and state railroads this week, aimed at improving infrastructure, safety, technology and efficiency.

By Morgan Forde • June 13, 2019

Trucking industry takes to the Hill with 'competing ideas'

Eight witnesses from the trucking industry discussed everything from hours of service to truck weight in a House Transportation Committee meeting this week.  

By Matt Leonard • June 12, 2019

Apple, Nintendo prepared to move production out of China

Foxconn, a Taiwanese manufacturer that builds Apple's iPhones in China, said its global manufacturing capacity outside of China would be expanded to meet customer needs if necessary.

By Morgan Forde • June 12, 2019

US to 'indefinitely' suspend Mexico tariffs

In a Friday night tweet, President Donald Trump said the 5% tariffs, originally set to take effect today are "hereby indefinitely suspended."

By Matt Leonard • June 7, 2019

Texas, Michigan would be hit hardest by Mexico tariffs

The states imported billions of dollars worth of goods from Mexico in 2018, and even the 5% tariff level would result in billions in extra cost that would have to be paid by either businesses or consumers.

By Matt Leonard • June 7, 2019

Tariffs could raise prices up to $25 at Ugg, Calvin Klein

Apparel brands that were safe from the Trump administration's tariff increases now find themselves highly exposed to the proposed tranche four tariffs, which include apparel, leather and textiles. 

By Morgan Forde • June 5, 2019

Off-price retailers emerge as rare winners in trade war

Any business that can capitalize on uncertainty is sure to fair well in the midst of a global trade war. Burlington, Ross and TJX are able to do just that.

By Emma Cosgrove • June 5, 2019

Williams-Sonoma will halve China sourcing in the next year

The retailer made 2019 forecasts anticipating a jump from 10% to 25% on list three tariffs and "unfortunately, our pessimism turned out to be true," said CFO Julie Whalen on a recent earnings call. 

By Emma Cosgrove • June 4, 2019

Dollar stores prepare to pass on new tariffs to shoppers

On recent earnings calls, both retailers touted their teams' ability to mitigate list three tariffs, even after the increase from 10% to 25% on May 10. But list four is another story. 

By Emma Cosgrove • June 3, 2019

New tariffs could imperil Best Buy, Dick's and Bed Bath & Beyond

J.P. Morgan looks at which retailers would lose the most in a "disaster" scenario after the Trump Administration's latest trade salvos.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 29, 2019

Trade war unpredictability has ocean shippers, carriers bracing for the worst

Freight volumes are expected to decline if the fourth list of tariffs is approved and the deadlock between Washington and Beijing deepens, according to an analysis by Drewry.

By Morgan Forde • May 29, 2019

Goldman Sachs ups the odds of no-deal Brexit as May resigns

The British Chambers of Commerce said the uncertain climate surrounding Brexit has hurt the U.K.'s reputation as a good place to do business.

By Matt Leonard • May 28, 2019

Uber seeks approval for drone deliveries

Uber Technologies affiliate Uber Elevate has filed an application with the Federal Aviation Administration to deliver food in the San Diego market. An answer is expected by June 10.

By Alicia Kelso • May 23, 2019

Bangladesh factory oversight to transition to new council, prompting union concerns

Some union members worry this new agreement will put too much power in the hands of factory owners and result in more of the safety issues the Accord was initially created to avoid.

By Matt Leonard • May 23, 2019

Teamsters oppose proposed FMCSA pilot to lower driver age to 18

Public comments on the program indicate opposition to putting younger drivers behind the wheel of semi trucks for interstate commerce. 

By Matt Leonard • May 22, 2019

US Supreme Court passes on UPS case for USPS price increases

UPS argued USPS' comparatively low delivery rates, set by the government, make it difficult for private 3PLs to compete.

By Morgan Forde • May 21, 2019

Nike, Adidas and others call on Trump to remove footwear from tariff list

In an open letter posted by the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America, footwear brands called tranche four tariffs "catastrophic" and estimated a $7 billion annual impact on consumers. 

By Matt Leonard • May 21, 2019

US lifts steel, aluminum tariffs on Canada, Mexico

The 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican steel and 10% on aluminum, in place since March 2018, were major barriers to the ratification of the United States, Mexico and Canada Agreement (USMCA).

By Emma Cosgrove • Updated May 17, 2019

Logistics companies call for 'basic infrastructure' investments

Sound infrastructure will be necessary to handle the large volume of trucks on the roads — driverless or not.

By Morgan Forde • May 17, 2019

Will autonomous trucks eliminate focus on HOS?

Not having to worry about these regulations can lead to faster shipping times, autonomous truckmaker Embark's head of public policy said Thursday.

By Matt Leonard • May 17, 2019

Walmart: Tariffs will lead to higher prices

The increase in tariff rate and the potential impact of a proposed tranche four list on consumer goods have come at a particularly bad time for Walmart as it seeks to speed up fulfillment to match Amazon. 

By Emma Cosgrove • May 17, 2019

Tranche 4 shakes up apparel and footwear supply chains after escaping earlier tariffs

China is currently the United States’ largest supplier of textiles and apparel, accounting for nearly 36% of total imports in 2017 according to the World Bank.

By Morgan Forde • May 16, 2019