Regulation
-
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
US exempts coffee, other agricultural products from Brazil tariffs
Imports from the country have faced a combined hefty burden since early August, including the Trump administration’s global reciprocal tariffs and a separate 40% levy.
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 21, 2025 -
FAA ends air traffic cuts as air cargo avoids meaningful impact
Flight operations have returned to normal after the agency terminated an order to reduce activity by up to 10% earlier this month.
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 19, 2025 -
Bipartisan bill would require employers to report AI-related layoffs
Over the past year, legislators of all political leanings have proposed ideas to mitigate the potential harms of AI to workers.
By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 18, 2025 -
Trump tariffs
US lands framework trade deals with Switzerland, 5 other trading partners
If finalized, the pacts would cut tariffs on imports from Switzerland to 15% and offer exemptions for certain goods from Argentina, Ecuador, El Salvador and Guatemala.
By Philip Neuffer , Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 17, 2025 -
US, South Korea formalize details of July trade pact
The U.S. will limit tariffs on imports from South Korea to 15%, including on cars and auto parts. The rates are retroactively effective as of Nov. 1.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Dec. 2, 2025 -
FAA’s air traffic cuts aren’t hampering cargo flows — yet
The agency ordered a 10% reduction of flights at numerous airports due to a government shutdown. Here’s what shippers need to know.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Nov. 10, 2025 -
Supreme Court questions Trump’s tariff powers in landmark case
Several justices seemed skeptical of the Trump administration's claims of broad tariff authority under a 1977 emergency powers act.
By Antone Gonsalves • Nov. 6, 2025 -
UP-NS merger: Rigorous STB review a must, lawmakers say
Eighteen U.S. senators signed a letter to the agency warning the combination could weaken competition, raise rates and hurt the agricultural supply chain.
By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 5, 2025 -
US, Japan sign framework for critical mineral supply
Within the next six months, both countries plan to take steps toward selecting and funding projects that can deliver mineral products to buyers.
By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 30, 2025 -
Trump tariffs
US to lower China tariffs as part of trade war truce
The truce also includes de-escalating other trade actions, such as China’s rare earth export controls and U.S. fees on China-linked ships.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Nov. 7, 2025 -
Fed trims main rate by a quarter point
The central bank trimmed rates to a range between 3.75% to 4% in its second rate reduction this year.
By Grace Noto • Updated Oct. 29, 2025 -
US nears trade pact with South Korea
The two countries have “pretty much finalized” a deal, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday.
By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 29, 2025 -
US inks Southeast Asia trade pacts, touts China negotiation progress
The White House reached reciprocal tariff deals or frameworks with Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia and Malaysia while hinting at a potential trade truce with China.
By Max Garland , Antone Gonsalves , Philip Neuffer , Kelly Stroh • Oct. 27, 2025 -
Sponsored by Arena by PTC
Mastering supply chain uncertainty: 9 strategies every manufacturer needs to know
Turn uncertainty into opportunity with these 9 supply chain tactics.
Oct. 27, 2025 -
Trump tariffs
Trump to raise Canada tariffs by 10%
The announcement comes days after trade talks with Canada were suspended over an anti-tariff TV ad featuring parts of a 1987 speech by then-U.S. President Ronald Reagan.
By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 25, 2025 -
US reviews China’s compliance with 2020 trade pact
The White House opened a Section 301 investigation examining whether China fulfilled provisions within an agreement signed during the first Trump administration.
By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 24, 2025 -
Deep Dive
What shippers need to know about potential tariff refunds
The White House has indicated it may need to issue refunds if the Supreme Court strikes down certain levies. Here’s a guide of what to expect and how to prepare.
By Philip Neuffer • Updated Oct. 24, 2025 -
US weighs 100% tariffs on Nicaragua under Section 301
The Trump administration is also proposing to suspend all or some applications of CAFTA-DR benefits to the country, such as tariff concessions.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 21, 2025 -
Supreme Court urged to block Trump’s tariffs ahead of November hearing
Small businesses and states suing the president claimed levies implemented under a 1977 emergency powers act amounted to a $3 trillion tax increase on Americans.
By Antone Gonsalves • Oct. 21, 2025