Lululemon touts inventory wins from SKU cuts, rebalancing

The apparel brand predicts that inventory will be flat on a unit basis this year as it continues to tangle with tariff headwinds. 

By Phil Neuffer • April 27, 2026

US automakers say EU safety, emissions rules contradict tariff deal

The European Union's unratified tariff deal with the U.S. is now in the balance as proposed safety and emissions standards affect big truck imports.

By Paul Myles • April 21, 2026

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Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

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4 tech tools food brands are using to enhance inventory, demand planning

Companies are leveraging digital twins and planning systems to provide greater visibility into their supply chains, according to industry experts.

By Kelly Stroh • April 20, 2026

Hershey leans on cocoa sourcing resilience to blunt price shocks

The candy maker is using diversified sourcing, long-term farmer programs and tighter cost controls to offset higher commodity costs. 

By Antone Gonsalves • April 16, 2026

WD-40 braces for Iran war impact on supply costs

As oil prices rise, the company said higher raw material prices take between 90 and 120 days to affect its margins.

By Antone Gonsalves • April 15, 2026

PVH expects improved tariff mitigation results in 2026

The parent company of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger plans to offset 60% of the financial impact of levies this year, doubling the percentage it achieved in 2025.

By Phil Neuffer • April 14, 2026

From tariffs to Iran war, geopolitics are upending packaging supply chains

Switching all sourcing to the U.S. is nearly impossible, manufacturers and consumer brands say. In 2026, here’s how some CPGs are thinking about savvy supply chain management.

By Shefali Kapadia • April 13, 2026

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.

By Antone Gonsalves • April 9, 2026

Tariff refund process still unclear for many companies

While some have filed lawsuits and administrative claims, others are waiting for more certainty, experts said.

By Jeffrey Kinney • April 9, 2026

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.

By Kelly Stroh • April 9, 2026

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.

By Max Garland • April 8, 2026

Pandora’s Canada distribution center to help bypass US tariffs

Previously, online orders destined for Canada had to pass through U.S. customs.

By Kelly Stroh • April 6, 2026

Williams-Sonoma isn’t planning for tariff refunds anytime soon

The home goods retailer isn’t baking any potential returns for eliminated tariffs into its 2026 financial expectations, executives said on a recent earnings call.

By Phil Neuffer • April 2, 2026

Manufacturing sector expands for third consecutive month, but war, tariffs cause worry: PMI

Price increases in 17 of the 18 economic sectors tracked are a particular concern and are impacting business operations, according to survey respondents.

By Jeffrey Kinney • April 1, 2026

Gap feels confident about inventory levels, tariff mitigation

The retailer remains focused on what it calls “stringent” and "disciplined" inventory practices, per a March 5 earnings call

By Alejandra Carranza • March 31, 2026

Tariff refunds: Court expands scope to include finally liquidated entries

The Court of International Trade amended a previous order related to now defunct Trump administration tariffs to include all entries subject to the levies.

By Phil Neuffer • March 30, 2026

Matson responds to growing cargo theft in intermodal shipments

Shippers now have two additional security levels when moving their international cargo from Los Angeles to BNSF network destinations.

By Alejandra Carranza • March 30, 2026

Manufacturers brace for price increases from Strait of Hormuz closure

Crude oil prices have surged 47% this month and polypropylene jumped 24%, affecting transportation and plastics costs.

By Nathan Owens • March 27, 2026

China opens probes into US trading practices

The investigations reviewing potential disruptions to global supply chains and the trade of green products come as leaders of the two countries prepare to meet in May. 

By Phil Neuffer • March 27, 2026

US, Japan deepen ties on critical mineral supply chains

The two countries unveiled an action plan to build a plurilateral pact on critical minerals, setting shared rules, price floors and stockpiling goals with other willing partners.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 26, 2026

Diesel prices surge even higher due to Iran war, surpassing $5.38

Per-gallon costs surpassed $5 for the U.S. across all major regions this week, putting additional pressure on carriers and shippers.   

By David Taube • March 24, 2026

Iran war could lead to unprecedented oil supply shocks

The disruption could be five times larger than the impacts of previous conflicts that slowed the flow of oil from the Middle East, according to the Dallas Fed.

By Jim Tyson • March 24, 2026

Toyota suppliers seek relief from USMCA review

The automaker’s executives said they want federal officials to keep the agreement trilateral, as the company has 14 manufacturing plants and supply chain operations across North America.

By Sara Samora • March 20, 2026

Firms plan to boost supply-chain agility as tariff turmoil persists

Forty-one percent of companies in a KPMG survey are deploying AI to mitigate trade disruption.

By Alexei Alexis • March 16, 2026

US opens forced-labor probe into 60 trading partners

The Section 301 investigation targets some of the U.S.’ top economic partners, including Canada, the European Union and Mexico.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 13, 2026