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Trump tariffsTrump’s tariffs: Tracking the status of US trade actions
President Donald Trump has rolled out a deluge of tariffs in his second term and is promising more. Here’s where each tariff — whether in place or proposed — currently stands.
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Hasbro opens distribution hub to cut costs, speed deliveries
The Georgia facility will shrink the toymaker’s logistics network while adding resilience and efficiencies.
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How food manufacturers can benefit from AI and other technologies
Experts at the virtual Food Manufacturing Summit said companies can leverage technologies such as artificial intelligence to comply with U.S. regulations and heighten food safety.
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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 March 6, 2026 -
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HP pulls multiple levers to battle soaring memory chip costs
Along with leveraging existing supplier relationships, the computer maker is expanding its sourcing pool and building strategic inventory positions.
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Tariff refunds: Court expands scope to include finally liquidated entries
The Court of International Trade amended a previous order related to now defunct Trump administration tariffs to include all entries subject to the levies.
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Kohl’s refines inventory management to improve allocation issues
Softness in its fall seasonal business helped the retailer uncover operational opportunities pertaining to inventory depth and allocation.
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Matson responds to growing cargo theft in intermodal shipments
Shippers now have two additional security levels when moving their international cargo from Los Angeles to BNSF network destinations.
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Dollar Tree makes distribution, tech upgrades
As part of its supply chain modernization efforts, the retailer is replacing its legacy systems with AI-powered platforms.
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Robotic unloading becomes more accessible as warehouses weigh applicability
Dock operations are often the “last piece of the puzzle” when it comes to warehouse automation. But increasing accessibility means it could also be the first.
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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 March 19, 2026 -
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AWG invests $110M to modernize distribution center
The wholesaler is renovating its Gulf Coast facility with advanced automation to improve order accuracy and service reliability.
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UPS nixes driver buyouts in 13 states
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters said the decision came after more than 30 local unions filed grievances against the carrier.
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China opens probes into US trading practices
The investigations reviewing potential disruptions to global supply chains and the trade of green products come as leaders of the two countries prepare to meet in May.
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Manufacturers brace for price increases from Strait of Hormuz closure
Crude oil prices have surged 47% this month and polypropylene jumped 24%, affecting transportation and plastics costs.
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EU parliament approves key terms of US trade deal
The bloc’s legislative body on Thursday voted in favor of lowering or eliminating tariffs on a range of U.S. goods while also approving key safeguard provisions.
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US, Japan deepen ties on critical mineral supply chains
The two countries unveiled an action plan to build a plurilateral pact on critical minerals, setting shared rules, price floors and stockpiling goals with other willing partners.
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USPS sets 8% temporary rate hike for some domestic products
The change, slated to start in April and impact services such as Ground Advantage, is meant to address higher transportation costs for the agency.
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Norfolk Southern says higher fuel costs could spur intermodal volumes
CEO Mark George said rising gas prices tied to the Iran war may lead to greater coal demand, which could boost the rail carrier's utility business.
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Dollar General slashes 1,500 SKUs, boosts in-stocks
Further SKU reductions are on the horizon as the retailer prioritizes leaner inventories and a simpler supply chain.
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Diesel prices surge even higher due to Iran war, surpassing $5.38
Per-gallon costs surpassed $5 for the U.S. across all major regions this week, putting additional pressure on carriers and shippers.
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FedEx taps OneRail to offer 2-hour, end-of-day delivery
The two companies will connect customers to more than 1,000 delivery providers through FedEx's SameDay Local service.
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Elon Musk to build advanced chip factories in Texas for SpaceX and Tesla
Musk said the 100 million-square-foot facility would address a lack of available chip production capacity for Tesla's cars and robots.
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Energy Department offers $500M to scale critical minerals production
Within that total, the agency plans to fund between $50 million and $100 million for projects that bolster domestic supplies for advanced battery manufacturing.
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Family Dollar trims North Carolina distribution footprint
The discount retailer will lay off 373 employees starting in May as it shutters its facility in a Charlotte suburb.
