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Trump wants to end the ‘horrible, horrible’ CHIPS Act. It’s not that simple.
Defunding the law would require an act of Congress, which one expert says would be unlikely to pass.
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Trump tariffs
Trump reverses Canada steel, aluminum tariff hike
A 25% tariff increase on the metal imports will still go into effect Wednesday, but that rate won't double after Ontario backed off from imposing retaliatory energy tariffs.
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5 insights from Lowe’s EVP of Supply Chain
Margi Vagell explains how the home improvement retailer approaches network optimization, automation implementation and balancing customer segments.
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The Home Depot grows its flatbed distribution network
The company has three FDCs under construction with more in the pipeline, Senior EVP Ann-Marie Campbell said during its earnings call.
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How Dick’s Sporting Goods is mastering the omnichannel game
The retailer has found success by shifting from a speed-at-all-costs strategy to one that prioritizes predictability for customers.
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Retailers to continue frontloading amid tariff tumult: forecast
A sustained cargo surge at U.S. ports will continue as Trump administration policy uncertainty continues, per the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates' Global Port Tracker.
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CMA CGM to invest $20B in US operations
The company will use the money to expand its U.S. flag fleet and logistics capacity at a time when President Donald Trump is pushing for maritime expansion.
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Kroger and Ocado plan to open 2 more automated fulfillment centers
Ocado is moving forward with its Kroger partnership but executives for the British company noted that growth in its global customer fulfillment centers is “behind expectations.”
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Tariffs create frenzy in cross-border trucking
Some customers have seen an increase in wait times at the U.S.-Mexico border, while others are adjusting to avoid higher duties.
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Trump tariffs
Trump extends tariff pause to all USMCA goods
Imports from Mexico and Canada that are compliant with the trade deal will not be subject to tariffs until April 2.
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UPS rolls out fuel surcharge hikes, processing fee changes
One expert said FedEx could be poised to match the increases, which include a higher late payment rate and fees for check and wire transfers.
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Best Buy warns tariffs may drive up prices
The electronics retailer expects vendors to pass along some portion of the added costs from new import taxes, according to CEO Corie Barry.
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Monster takes patient approach to aluminum tariffs
The beverage company is “hedged” on the metal in 2025, but it is reviewing its pricing strategy.
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Retrieved from U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation on February 28, 2025
Cargo theft reaching record levels, prompting calls for congressional action
Carriers and shippers urged congress to combat the issue by stepping up enforcement and creating a task force.
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US chip production targets at risk under Trump administration
As the president uses tariffs to push domestic manufacturing while calling for federal spending cuts, experts say the future of the CHIPS and Science Act and its funding is increasingly doubtful.
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Retrieved from VanTrust on February 26, 2025
The Honest Company names new SVP of supply chain
Etienne von Kunssberg will oversee the company’s daily and long-term supply chain functions.
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UPS’ Happy Returns eyes more automation after strong peak results
The company is exploring new ways to leverage robotics, such as systems to unload trucks and reduce the physical strain on workers.
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Trump tariffs
Trump pauses Mexico tariffs on USMCA goods until April 2
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated the White House will soon announce that all goods compliant with the trade deal could receive the same treatment.
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Trump tariffs
US pauses auto tariffs by one month
The exemption covers cars imported through the USMCA and comes after President Donald Trump spoke with the Big Three automakers.
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FedEx Network 2.0 consolidation spreads to 8 more locations
The carrier confirmed the ship centers would close or cut staff starting this month as it continues to merge its separate Express and Ground operations.
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Tracker
US ports by volume: How maritime cargo trends are stacking up
The amount of containers handled at 12 major gateways can help show how the economy is faring. Use this tracker to dig into trends by seaport, coast and month.
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H-E-B opens another e-commerce fulfillment center in Houston
The 100,000-square-foot facility, its third in the city, will support pickup and home delivery orders in the greater metropolitan area, the grocer said.
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Target expects tariffs to pressure profits in Q1
The retailer saw sales slide in the fourth quarter as it faced out-of-stocks and other challenges with in-store experiences.
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UniUni plans US delivery coverage expansion
The parcel carrier aims to reach 70% of the U.S. by September as it pushes to be a national competitor to FedEx, UPS and others.
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Cisco plans further supply chain adjustments to offset tariffs
The telecommunications company has already cut exposure to China by 80%, CFO Richard Scott Herren said.