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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.
Updated July 15, 2025 -
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Transloading and pool distribution emerge as fixes to border bottlenecks
More freight from Mexico, more friction at the border. Here’s the fix.
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Yamaha Motor Manufacturing enlists 3PL to manage distribution operations
The recreational vehicle maker is partnering with DHL Supply Chain to boost capacity and improve logistics visibility and efficiency.
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FedEx Network 2.0: Tracking closures, layoffs across the US
The logistics giant is shutting down ship centers as part of its plan to streamline operations. Here's how the overhaul is progressing.
Updated July 22, 2025 -
Levi’s boosts inventory to navigate tariff, shipping disruptions
The apparel maker also expects ongoing transformation initiatives, including a consolidation of its distribution center network, to further insulate it from long-term impacts.
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Cargo theft moves into focus as Congress mulls how to fight organized retail crime
“This threat has evolved to our supply chains, exposing significant vulnerabilities,” Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, said during a Senate Judiciary Committee meeting last week.
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Ground delivery costs hit record high as UPS, FedEx discounts wane
Shippers are transitioning their lower-value volume to slower economy services to blunt the impact of higher fees, per the TD Cowen/AFS Freight Index.
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US preps 93.5% tariff on graphite from China
The Commerce Department will determine the final duty rate in December as the Trump administration promotes domestic critical mineral production.
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Nearshoring, labor among key manufacturing trends to watch
2025 has brought many changes due to tariffs and other shifts, but leaders should maintain a long-term view, experts said.
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US installs 17% tariff on tomatoes from Mexico
The action came after the Commerce Department ended a six-year agreement favored by U.S. distributors and importers.
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UPS driver buyout offers: Carrier eyes Aug. 31 start to separations
The payout will equal $1,800 per year of service with a $10,000 minimum as the delivery giant looks to streamline its network.
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US Postal Service’s new CEO stands against privatization
David Steiner told employees that the agency can "justify and preserve" its independence by meeting expectations in terms of performance and finances.
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Port of Oakland gets EV charging depot
WattEV's latest electric truck charging station continues the port's zero-emission efforts.
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All FDA-regulated de minimis imports now face agency review for entry
The change rescinds previous rules allowing sub-$800 cosmetics, TVs, dinnerware and other products to be released without FDA notification.
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Tracking the speed, dwell and cars of Class I railroads
This dashboard shows the average speed, dwell time and cars online for all of the Class I railroads operating in the U.S.
Updated July 17, 2025 -
Canada Post contract vote set to begin Monday
More than 53,000 employees will be able to weigh in from July 21 to Aug. 1, but union leaders are advising that members vote against the carrier’s offers.
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USPS may have lost some business due to shipping platform issues
The agency's Office of Inspector General reported instances of multicarrier software overcharging merchants for Postal Service shipping.
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Ocean cargo volumes to rebound in July: NRF port tracker
Volumes at U.S. ports are expected to increase by 2% to 2.36 million TEUs during the month following a delay of country-specific tariffs.
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Mars cuts supply chain emissions by 16%
The confectionery giant credited the progress to agricultural partnerships, efforts to fight deforestation and more renewable energy procurement.
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Retrieved from J.B. Hunt on July 15, 2025
JB Hunt peak surcharges begin earlier amid trade uncertainty
Tariffs slated later this summer are leading to varying feedback from customers as some expect a volume surge while others don't anticipate a change.
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Trump tariffs
US, Indonesia strike trade deal, Trump says
Imports from Indonesia would be subject to a 19% tariff under the agreement, a reduction from the 32% rate the president shared last week.
Updated July 16, 2025 -
Coach’s leather could pose deforestation threat: report
An investigation by environmental nonprofit Earthsight said the Tapestry-owned brand is at risk of sourcing leather linked to illegal cattle ranching in Brazil.
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Apple, MP Materials sign $500M magnet supply deal
The two companies will also partner to recycle rare earth materials for use in the electronic giant's products.
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La-Z-Boy overhauling distribution network to cut costs
The furniture maker expects to reduce warehouse and inventory costs while optimizing home delivery through the initiative.
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EU, Canada delay retaliatory tariffs against US
Meanwhile, Brazil announced its own countermeasures while Mexico remains confident it will reach a deal by Aug. 1.
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New tariff timeline spurs frontloading push at the Port of Los Angeles
The port expects to handle 950,000 TEUs in July, up from June's 892,000 TEUs as shippers bring in imports before Aug. 1, Executive Director Gene Seroka said.