Mexico restricts duty-free apparel imports

The rule change will significantly impact foreign fashion brands and 3PLs using Mexico for de minimis shipments to the U.S.

By Edwin Lopez • Jan. 2, 2025

Amazon, OSHA reach settlement over worker safety

Nine of 10 citations were withdrawn, though the e-tailer has agreed to pay more than 90% of the penalties and inspections continue, according to the Department of Labor.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 2, 2025

Trump is promising new tariffs. How are companies preparing?

Retailers and manufacturers that emphasize optionality in their supply chains will be best equipped to navigate a shifting trade landscape, experts say.

By Philip Neuffer • Jan. 2, 2025

Southern Glazer’s sued by FTC for pricing discrimination

The agency's complaint alleges the alcohol distributor has withheld volume discounts to smaller retailers while favoring larger chain stores since 2018.

By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 19, 2024

Fed trims main interest rate, signals prospect of less easing in 2025

Policymakers reduced the benchmark interest despite signs that their nearly three-year fight to push down inflation to their 2% target has stalled.

By Jim Tyson • Dec. 19, 2024

Drug Supply Chain Security Act: How Cencora supports compliance

The drug distributor is helping manufacturers tackle compliance with the long-awaited law's implementation.

By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 17, 2024

FMC halts HMM, ONE, Yang Ming alliance

The Federal Maritime Commission is seeking more details on the proposed Premier Alliance for a complete analysis of any competitive impacts.

By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 11, 2024

USPS softens service targets as DeJoy takes heat from Congress

The agency lowered its on-time delivery goals for fiscal year 2025 to 80% for some Postal Service offerings, igniting further criticism from lawmakers.

By Max Garland • Dec. 11, 2024

Biden unveils fresh China tariff hikes

The duties will target critical solar energy inputs, including wafers, polysilicon and tungsten products, beginning Jan. 1.

By Philip Neuffer • Dec. 11, 2024

Trump taps Peter Navarro as lead trade adviser

The former Trump administration official will return to the White House to advance the president-elect's trade and manufacturing agendas.

By Kate Magill • Dec. 4, 2024

Trump taps Jamieson Greer as USTR

The international trade lawyer would lead the agency as the new administration embarks on an aggressive tariff agenda against China and other countries. 

By Kate Magill • Nov. 27, 2024

Tariff concerns loom over construction material pricing

Potential trade policy changes under the incoming Trump administration could raise costs for a wide range of materials, economists say.

By Sebastian Obando • Nov. 21, 2024

Trump selects Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary

The Cantor Fitzgerland CEO will be responsible for delivering Trump’s promise of a 60% tariff on goods from China.

By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 20, 2024

Home Depot will leverage experience to tackle tariffs

The home improvement retailer plans to take a "differentiated" approach built on its previous efforts to navigate higher duties.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 18, 2024

As Trump rises again, so too might inflation

The president-elect’s promised tariff hikes could lead to “a modest stagflationary shock,” according to Wells Fargo economists. 

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 14, 2024

Trump’s tariffs: How manufacturers can prepare

Frontloading commodity imports could be a temporary solution, but diversified sourcing will be critical long term, experts say.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 12, 2024

Steve Madden to slash China sourcing as tariff concerns escalate

The fashion brand is among several companies looking to limit their exposure to President-elect Donald Trump's promised tariff hikes.

By Philip Neuffer • Nov. 12, 2024

4 manufacturing issues to watch under a new Trump administration

President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda could mean raised tariffs, lower taxes and curtailed clean energy subsidies.

By Kate Magill • Nov. 12, 2024

Fed cuts rate by quarter point, sees ‘balanced’ risks to inflation, jobs

The reduction in borrowing costs comes just two days after Donald Trump won a second term as president, heralding likely economic policy shifts that may fuel inflation.

By Jim Tyson • Nov. 11, 2024

Supply chain leaders react to Donald Trump’s win

Some industry groups fear expanded tariffs under a second Trump presidency, while others foresee benefits for manufacturing and trucking.

By Philip Neuffer • Updated Nov. 7, 2024

4 employment actions to expect under a second Trump presidency

Employers are likely to see immigration raids, agency chair replacements and a slowing in regulatory activity, experts at Littler predicted.

By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 6, 2024

DOL guidelines for workplace AI center employee needs, job quality

The agency’s principles for responsible AI use in the workplace focus heavily on employee rights and how the technology should improve working conditions.

By Justin Bachman • Nov. 5, 2024

Tariff hikes could be coming. Stanley Black & Decker says it’s ready.

The toolmaker has been formulating a mitigation strategy since the spring, with the company planning to shift production away from China.

By Kelly Stroh • Nov. 4, 2024

De minimis overhaul will start before next president: former Biden official

A rulemaking proposal being issued by early December is very likely, according to former White House COVID-19 supply coordinator Tim Manning.

By Max Garland • Nov. 4, 2024

FTC appeals noncompete ban decision to 5th Circuit

Ryan, LLC and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce previously landed a victory with a federal district court ruling in their favor.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 24, 2024