Front-line workers are more difficult to find, train and retain, study says

Employers’ previous assumptions about how easily essential workers can be hired or replaced have become increasingly unreliable, according to a Josh Bersin report.

TJX says favorable ocean freight costs boosted Q3 results

The retailer's CFO said it's unclear if the tailwind will persist in Q4 amid a volatile ocean market.

Canada Post, union reach deals in principle, halting strike activity

Contractual language still has to be agreed upon before the proposals are sent to Canadian Union of Postal Workers members for a vote.

Kroger acknowledges that its bet on robotics went too far

The retailer’s move to close three automated fulfillment centers reflects changes in grocery e-commerce since launching its partnership with Ocado.

US government shutdown stalls import purchase decisions

Importers have less insight to make investment decisions due to the gap in federal data, especially in planning Lunar New Year orders, Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka said.

Novelis resumes operations after second fire at New York plant

The aluminum supplier to the auto industry said the facility has continued to ship finished material to Ford Motor Co., a primary customer.

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.

Couche-Tard opens new distribution center

A facility in Otsego, Minnesota, is the first of three planned additions to the company’s supply chain supporting Circle K and Holiday Station stores.

Walmart grows automation usage throughout supply chain

More than half of the retailer's e-commerce fulfillment center volume now moves through automated systems, lowering shipping costs, per its Q3 results.

Monster faces modest tariff impact from aluminum costs

The beverage maker attributed higher can prices to a duty-driven increase in the Midwest premium for aluminum.

Home Depot benefits from fast delivery and well-stocked shelves

Investments in computer vision technology and the associate-facing Sidekick app are improving the retailer's in-stock rates.

Fanatics to close Florida distribution center, lay off nearly 300

The facility is unable to support the scale and technology required for the sporting apparel company’s long-term goals, a spokesperson said.

Schneider National launches Fast Track premium rail service

The carrier said it can deliver up to two days faster transit times than its competitors on key U.S. and Mexico lanes. 

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.

FedEx Network 2.0 is 25% done: TD Cowen

The delivery giant is targeting full U.S. implementation for the wide-ranging overhaul by the end of 2027.

Clorox recovers from ERP-fueled inventory increase

The brand manufacturer aimed to get ahead of potential problems by adding 1.5 weeks of inventory at retailers, which normally hold four weeks’ worth of goods.

Kroger closing 3 automated fulfillment centers

The warehouses are set to close in January as the grocery retailer leans into in-store fulfillment to boost e-commerce profitability.

PepsiCo tests combined snack, beverage warehousing to cut costs

The company is using a unified distribution model in Texas, which could eventually expand nationwide.

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.

2025 holiday shipping deadlines: What FedEx, UPS and USPS recommend

The carriers shared suggested ship-by dates for services like Ground Advantage, Next Day Air and Ground Economy to ensure delivery before Christmas.

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.

USPS prepares 2026 rate hikes for Ground Advantage, other services

The increases, which are planned to start in January, come as the agency searches for ways to turn around its financial performance.

US exempts 200+ agricultural products from reciprocal tariffs

Coffee, tea, tropical fruits and fruit juices are now exempt from the 10% global tariff and similar country-specific duties implemented by President Donald Trump earlier this year.

Toyota to spend additional $10B on US operations

The automaker also began production at its $13.9 billion battery plant in North Carolina on Wednesday, its first battery supply hub outside of Japan.

Postal Service plans to ‘open up the last mile’ for more shippers

The agency is fielding talks with UPS, “similarly situated companies” and retailers as it looks to better leverage its network assets, per Postmaster General David Steiner.