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Trump tariffs
Trump’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.
Updated April 8, 2026 -
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Why agentic AI is emerging as the next layer of the modern TMS
A TMS with built-in agentic AI offers you a proactive approach to logistics management without exhausting the people in charge of keeping your freight moving.
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FedEx, pilots union reach tentative contract agreement
The deal, which would raise pilots’ hourly wages by nearly 40%, is the second tentative pact between the two parties during a multiyear negotiations process.
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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 -
Target fuels next-day delivery expansion with Shipt
The retailer will grow a direct-from-store shipping capability with its subsidiary as it chases lower costs, executives told Supply Chain Dive.
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Lamb Weston warns of supply chain pressures amid Iran war
The french fry maker anticipates a rise in commodity volatility, including for packaging and fuel, if the conflict persists.
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Deep Dive
Tariff refund process still unclear for many companies
While some have filed lawsuits and administrative claims, others are waiting for more certainty, experts said.
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Amazon advances rural delivery push with new West Virginia facilities
Small-scale fulfillment operations in Davisville and Beaver aim to help enable same-day services in nearby communities.
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How food manufacturers are rethinking product assortments
Brands are opting for fewer SKUs and being selective about restocking practices, experts said at the Food Manufacturing Summit.
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Trump tariffs
Trump calls for 50% tariff on goods from nations arming Iran
The president said the duty is effective immediately, although it's unclear how it would be implemented after the Supreme Court clipped Trump's power to issue broad levies.
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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 April 9, 2026 -
Transpacific ocean rates rise, demand softens
The increases are not drastically altering market dynamics, although ocean shipping faces uncertainty amid the Iran war.
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Obtained from Amazon Freight
Amazon Freight increases dry van trailer count to 80K
The company said growing its capacity by 10,000 units provides flexibility during peak seasons and faster response times for urgent shipments.
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USPS to shift some volume as it installs new sortation equipment
The Postal Service will temporarily send affected packages to alternate locations amid a push to modernize its infrastructure.
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Iran war sways air cargo contract negotiations
The rising cost of jet fuel pushed rates from Northeast and Southeast Asia to North America up by mid to high double digits, Xeneta reported.
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Retailers rely on this tariff mitigation tactic. Congress has noticed.
The First Sale valuation method has helped companies lower their tariff costs for decades, but renewed scrutiny claims it harms U.S. production.
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Walmart to close Illinois fulfillment center
Operations at the Matteson facility will be relocated to other NextGen facilities in Walmart’s fulfillment network, impacting 111 employees.
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Postal Service, Amazon reach scaled-back delivery deal
The agreement will result in a 20% reduction in Amazon volume delivered by USPS, Reuters reported, capping a bumpy negotiations process.
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How UPS is using AI, from shipper pricing to customs clearance
As the carrier embraces AI and data analytics across its operations, it's training employees on how to better wield new technologies, a UPS executive said.
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UPS sets limits on driver buyouts in deal with Teamsters union
The carrier has agreed to cap the number of buyout payments to 7,500 drivers under a program it says has received "strong interest across the country."
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Ulta doubled store fulfillment capabilities in 2025
The beauty retailer grew its ship-from-store program to 1,000 stores in fiscal year 2025, while its fulfillment center footprint remained flat compared to 2024.
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Pandora’s Canada distribution center to help bypass US tariffs
Previously, online orders destined for Canada had to pass through U.S. customs.
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Cyberattack hits Hasbro, impacting orders and shipping
The major U.S. toymaker and entertainment company is still working to assess if company data was stolen in the attack.
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Trump tariffs
Trump adjusts tariffs for steel, aluminum, copper
Goods made entirely of the metals will still face a 50% tariff, but the levy will be reduced to 25% for certain derivative goods, effective April 6.
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Deep Dive
How FedEx, UPS shippers can limit fuel surcharge pressures
Securing discounts, trimming overall delivery charges and tapping alternative carriers are among the methods customers should explore, experts said.
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Hormel modernizes supply chain with AI planning platform
The branded food company is using o9’s forecasting tools to model demand drivers, reduce manual overrides and sharpen seasonal forecast accuracy.