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Semiconductor industry most concerned by tariffs, trade policy: KPMG
For the first time, supply chain issues overtook talent as industry leaders’ top concern, according to the advisory firm’s 21st annual Global Semiconductor Outlook.
By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 16, 2025 -
Off-price retailers neutralize tariff impact
Inventory and pricing strategies helped TJX, Ross and Burlington protect margins in Q3, and they expect even greater success in Q4.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 16, 2025 -
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Read how retailers and brand manufactures are rethinking inventory management as an effective strategy against tariffs.
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Nissan names VP to oversee US manufacturing overhaul
Victor Taylor will lead operational changes across all three of Nissan's U.S. plants while leading the automaker’s supply chain and production engineering.
By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 15, 2025 -
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Cold-chain packaging companies adapt as dry ice supply falters
Tight supply of the CO2 used to make dry ice is creating ripple effects across supply chains. Packaging suppliers are stepping up with cold-chain innovations to address the trend and to improve safety and sustainability.
By Katie Pyzyk • Dec. 15, 2025 -
Gap expects tariff mitigation to start paying off next year
The apparel brand will continue to lean on sourcing adjustments and targeted price hikes to offset the impact of levies, according to CFO Katrina O’Connell.
By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 15, 2025 -
Food giant Kellanova leans on regenerative agriculture to slash supply chain emissions
The deal with Varaha will transition 12,500 acres of corn farms in the food manufacturer’s supply chain to sustainable practices to reduce around 100,000 tons of CO2.
By Lamar Johnson • Dec. 12, 2025 -
Trade groups urge swift USMCA renewal with key sector revisions
Organizations representing auto parts makers to consumer brands are pushing for duty-free trade and stronger cross-border economic ties.
By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 11, 2025 -
US to impose 15% tariff on Nicaragua for human rights concerns
The Trump administration plans to phase in the levy over two years, starting on Jan. 1, 2027, citing findings from a Section 301 probe.
By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 11, 2025 -
Fed trims main rate by quarter-point, forecasts one cut in 2026
Policymakers reduced borrowing costs for the third time in 2025 amid persistent signs of cooling in the labor market.
By Jim Tyson • Dec. 11, 2025 -
Hormel Foods turns to pricing, supply chain revamp to battle meat inflation
The global branded food company expects beef costs to remain high throughout fiscal 2026 while pork costs ease.
By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 10, 2025 -
JM Smucker cancels new coffee price hikes after tariffs lifted
The food and beverage maker expects a less volatile coffee market in the future after the Trump administration exempted the commodity from levies.
By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 9, 2025 -
Trump threatens 5% tariff on Mexico goods
The U.S. president said he would install the levies due to Mexico’s non-compliance with a treaty governing water flow between the countries.
By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 9, 2025 -
Trump orders investigation into food supply chains for possible price fixing
Under pressure to address rising grocery costs, the president directed new task forces to determine whether anticompetitive behavior exists, particularly among foreign-owned companies.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 8, 2025 -
Mango taps AI for sourcing quality, compliance
Using Inspectorio’s software, the retailer can digitize and standardize lab-testing analytics to drive supply chain improvements.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 8, 2025 -
Nexperia spat shows automotive supply chains vulnerable to geopolitics
Manufacturers must guard against production disruptions from other international dustups, says Moody’s Supply Chain Director Sapna Amlani.
By Paul Myles • Dec. 5, 2025 -
US Energy Department offers $134M to boost rare earth recovery projects
The agency plans to fund efforts to draw rare earth metals from discarded electronics and other sources to strengthen the domestic critical mineral supply chain.
By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 5, 2025 -
How Tyson is tackling tight beef, pork supplies
The food manufacturer has leaned on value-added products and operational efficiencies to offset supply challenges.
By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 4, 2025 -
Stanley Black & Decker names global chief supply chain officer
Agustin Lopez Diaz will assume the role on Dec. 15 as the toolmaker continues to employ efforts to mitigate the impact of tariffs.
By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 3, 2025 -
Costco sues Trump administration for tariff refund
The retail giant is calling for funds to be returned as the Supreme Court weighs the legality of certain levies imposed by President Donald Trump.
By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 3, 2025 -
La-Z-Boy volumes remain steady after tariff-driven price hike
The furniture maker expects current pricing to hold despite the Trump administration's plans to raise tariffs on upholstered furniture on Jan. 1.
By Antone Gonsalves • Dec. 3, 2025 -
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US robotics maker urges manufacturing reforms, citing cost concerns
Standard Bots CEO Evan Beard said at a recent congressional hearing that inexpensive robots from China will flood the U.S. market unless action is taken.
By Nathan Owens • Dec. 2, 2025 -
US removes UK pharma tariffs
The proposed exemption, part of a framework deal between the two countries, also covers pharmaceutical ingredients and medical technology.
By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 1, 2025 -
Tariffs remain heart of uncertainty: PMI
The levies have led sectors such as transportation equipment to offshore operations rather than expand in the U.S., said Susan Spence, chair of the ISM’s Manufacturing Business Survey Committee.
By Sara Samora • Dec. 1, 2025 -
Can artificial Christmas tree companies spruce things up for next year?
No one wanted to put tariffs on Christmas, says the National Tree Company CEO. But what happens when your raw materials are made outside the U.S.?
By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 1, 2025 -
GE Appliances injects $150M into domestic sourcing efforts
The manufacturer signed contracts with 22 suppliers across 10 states to supply materials and components for its laundry factory in Louisville, Kentucky.
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 26, 2025