Risk and Resilience: Page 2
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Trump tariffs
US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs
The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority, halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.
By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 29, 2025 -
Porch piracy: What’s holding back industry prevention efforts?
Limited data sharing and fears of inconveniencing customers make addressing the problem more difficult, per the USPS’ Office of Inspector General.
By Max Garland • May 28, 2025 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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Risk takes many forms in the supply chain: severe weather, geopolitical uncertainty and labor tensions. Explore the tactics supply chain managers use to prepare for disruptions.
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Boot Barn targets 5% China sourcing share for exclusive brands
The footwear retailer is shifting production to countries with lower tariffs, such as Cambodia, India and Vietnam, to reduce costs and supply chain risks.
By Kelly Stroh • May 28, 2025 -
Canada Post overtime ban: How we got here
Parcel volumes have plummeted due to the labor action as the carrier and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers negotiate new contracts.
By Max Garland • May 27, 2025 -
Canada Post union initiates overtime ban as shippers brace for disruption
The action falls short of a nationwide work stoppage even as the carrier and the Canadian Union of Postal Workers failed to reach a deal by a Friday deadline.
By Max Garland , Philip Neuffer • May 23, 2025 -
Under Armour takes multipronged approach to tariff strategy
The activewear brand's efforts to diversify sourcing is helping it minimize country-specific tariff exposure, CFO Dave Bergman said.
By Kelly Stroh • May 22, 2025 -
Deep Dive
How lower China tariffs will affect direct-to-consumer imports
Temporarily reduced duties likely won't be enough to stop ongoing shifts among de minimis-reliant supply chains, experts said.
By Max Garland • May 21, 2025 -
Canada Post union issues Friday strike notices
The carrier expects either a nationwide labor disruption or rotating strike activity once current agreements expire.
By Max Garland • May 20, 2025 -
Utz’s supply chain overhaul helps nullify tariff impact
The food manufacturer said it's largely insulated from the levies given its domestic production.
By Kate Magill • May 19, 2025 -
Walmart CEO: ‘Higher tariffs will result in higher prices’
The big-box retailer vows to keep those prices as low as possible and is leaning into relationships with vendors to respond to a fluctuating market.
By Kaarin Moore • May 16, 2025 -
Honda postpones $11B EV production investment in Canada
The automaker is delaying the plan by at least two years while seeking increased production in the U.S. for multiple models to avoid tariffs.
By Eric Walz • May 14, 2025 -
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Rocky Brands’ sourcing shift buoyed by inventory buffer
The footwear manufacturer is also opting to pause or delay shipments in a bid to mitigate the impact of tariffs.
By Kelly Stroh • May 8, 2025 -
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Tariff talks with shippers reflect a ‘muddied’ outlook, Werner says
The carrier reported lower utilization from “stop and go” activity as customers remained concerned around new duties.
By Alejandra Carranza • May 8, 2025 -
De minimis’ end to trigger air cargo turbulence
All eyes are on e-commerce, with a shift in demand potentially upending the industry and the distribution of global capacity, per Xeneta.
By Kelly Stroh • May 5, 2025 -
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Dollar Tree to replace Oklahoma distribution center destroyed by tornado
The Marietta facility is expected to open in 2027 as the retailer attempts to alleviate lingering capacity constraints.
By Philip Neuffer • April 30, 2025 -
Volvo Group truck sales fall amid tariff uncertainty
The truck manufacturer lowered its North American market sales forecast as higher duties shake the marketplace.
By Antone Gonsalves • April 29, 2025 -
Deep Dive
How COVID-19 changed US manufacturing: 5 years later
After the chaos of the pandemic, manufacturers learned to lean into supplier relationships and supply chain resiliency to avoid future disruptions.
By Nathan Owens • April 28, 2025 -
Deep Dive
Canada Post strike threat: How shippers can limit disruptions
Finding delivery alternatives should be a priority for businesses reliant on the carrier, which could see employees strike next month, experts said.
By Max Garland • April 25, 2025 -
"Yantian port from above" by Gigel.atat is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0Trade data series
What does the US import from China?
Over $400 billion worth of goods were imported from China in 2024, with electronics, toys, furniture and machinery topping the list.
By Edwin Lopez • April 25, 2025 -
Knight-Swift: Tariff uncertainties stunt March volumes
“Our customers are expressing more concern around cost impacts of tariffs and less concern regarding demand from their customers,” CEO Adam Miller said.
By Haley Cawthon • April 24, 2025 -
Commerce finalizes tariff rates on solar imports from Southeast Asia
The 3,403.96% rate set on four exporters in Cambodia is “among the highest rates I’ve ever seen,” said American Alliance for Solar Manufacturing Trade Committee attorney Tim Brightbill.
By Diana DiGangi • April 24, 2025 -
4 strategies procurement leaders should embrace in 2025
Companies are expanding their supplier bases and their tech stacks to maintain the efficient and cost-effective flow of goods.
By Shefali Kapadia • April 24, 2025 -
Prologis expects tariff-fearing customers to stockpile inventories
The logistics warehousing giant has seen businesses search for overflow space and short-term capacity options.
By Max Garland • April 24, 2025 -
Funko hires supply chain SVP
Cliff Engle will oversee the company’s global distribution and logistics operations as it implements tariff mitigation strategies.
By Kelly Stroh • April 22, 2025 -
Trade data series
Who are the United States’ top trading partners?
Explore how over 200 countries’ imports, exports and trade balances with the U.S. last year stack up in this sortable chart.
By Edwin Lopez • April 22, 2025