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    US court blocks Trump’s sweeping tariffs

    The Court of International Trade said the president overstepped his authority, halting various duties. After an appeal, the ruling has been paused.

    By • Updated May 29, 2025
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    Amazon readies Premium Shipping changes in June

    On-time delivery requirements will soften, but sellers in the fast delivery program will be evaluated more frequently.

    By • May 28, 2025
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    Boot Barn targets 5% China sourcing share for exclusive brands

    The footwear retailer is shifting production to countries with lower tariffs, such as Cambodia, India and Vietnam, to reduce costs and supply chain risks.

    By • May 28, 2025
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    Walgreens rekindles micro-fulfillment center strategy

    The pharmacy retailer added a 12th automated facility to its network while touting improved performance and shipped volumes.

    By • May 27, 2025
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    Adidas quietly exits the kangaroo skin trade

    The athleticwear giant said it stopped buying leather made from the marsupials in 2024, and it will end production of products containing the material this year.

    By Lara Ewen • May 27, 2025
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    Under Armour takes multipronged approach to tariff strategy

    The activewear brand's efforts to diversify sourcing is helping it minimize country-specific tariff exposure, CFO Dave Bergman said.

    By • May 22, 2025
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    Walmart buys 1M-square-foot distribution center in Utah

    The previously leased Salt Lake City property features a cross-dock facility and is within 10 miles of a Union Pacific intermodal hub.

    By • May 22, 2025
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    Staples conducts fulfillment operations overhaul

    The office supplies retailer is implementing a new warehouse management system across its network to support next-day delivery efficiency.

    By • May 21, 2025
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    Home Depot doesn’t plan to raise prices despite tariffs

    The home improvement retailer said its U.S.-centric sourcing footprint will help it mitigate the effects of ongoing trade turmoil.

    By Caroline Jansen • May 21, 2025
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    Rite Aid to close 2 distribution centers

    The beleaguered drugstore chain will shutter Washington and Maryland facilities in June as it navigates its second bankruptcy filing since 2023.

    By • May 19, 2025
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    Amazon plans fourth robotics fulfillment center in Virginia

    Once completed, the 3.1 million-square-foot facility will join a roster that includes a Virginia Beach site set to open later this year.

    By • May 19, 2025
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    Startup to scale-up: Choosing a 3PL that grows with you

    The right 3PL partner can be the catalyst for scaling a retail brand at any stage.

    May 19, 2025
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    Walmart CEO: ‘Higher tariffs will result in higher prices’

    The big-box retailer vows to keep those prices as low as possible and is leaning into relationships with vendors to respond to a fluctuating market.

    By Kaarin Moore • May 16, 2025
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    Amazon reveals new warehouse robots in push to trim manual tasks

    The e-commerce giant said it plans to deploy the various technologies in the coming years as it works to boost "more high-skilled work."

    By • May 15, 2025
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    Crocs yanks guidance, citing trade uncertainty

    The company recently joined with other footwear brands to urge the Trump administration to exempt the category from tariffs.

    By Daphne Howland • May 15, 2025
  • Scott Ashbaugh of DHL eCommerce, Andrew Sutton of Dr. Squatch and Matt Walker of Wayfair speak with Supply Chain Dive Senior Reporter Max Garland during a May 7 panel on e-commerce delivery.
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    ‘Shared pain and gain:’ How shippers, carriers are forging relationship for the last mile

    Consistent communication and collaborative performance evaluation are some of the keys to success, said experts from Dr. Squatch, Wayfair and DHL eCommerce.

    By • May 15, 2025
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    Lego to open regional distribution center in Virginia

    The new facility will expand the company’s operations footprint in North America.

    By • May 13, 2025
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    FedEx, Amazon strike large-package delivery deal

    The agreement comes nearly six years after FedEx let its Express and Ground shipping contracts with the e-commerce giant expire.

    By • May 13, 2025
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    Mattel warns of price increases amid tariff pressure

    The toy manufacturer is accelerating a pullback from China, which already accounts for less than 20% of its U.S. imports, a distinct advantage over rivals.

    By Kaarin Moore • May 12, 2025
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    Cold play: Toy industry faces ‘devastating’ impact from tariffs

    Around 96% of American toy companies are small- and medium-sized businesses. Nearly half of them could shutter due to U.S. tariff policies.

    By Kaarin Moore • May 9, 2025
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    US, UK agree on framework for tariff, market access deal

    Although not yet legally binding, the proposed agreement outlines the potential makeup of the Trump administration’s first trade pact since unveiling its reciprocal tariff plan in April.

    By • Updated May 9, 2025
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    Walmart touts savings from continued automation efforts

    The retailer predicts it will slash costs by more than 30% at its high-tech facilities by year's end, one executive said. 

    By • May 8, 2025
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    Mattress Firm taps AI platform to improve inventory flow

    Using Invent.ai technology, the retailer will aim to upgrade demand forecasting and distribution center replenishment.

    By • May 6, 2025
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    Temu pursues ‘local fulfillment’ to dodge tariffs

    The fast-fashion giant also said it will walk back previously announced plans to increase prices. 

    By Laurel Deppen • May 5, 2025
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    Amazon to invest $4B toward rural delivery expansion by 2026

    The e-commerce giant “has a massive advantage over UPS and FedEx” to make the initiative successful, one expert said.

    By • May 1, 2025