Economic trends, Importing, Shipping Logistics

Canada and Mexico Tariffs Starting

After a postponement, President Trump has confirmed that tariffs on Canada & Mexico WILL move forward starting March 4th. Most imports from these U.S. trade partners will face a 25% tax increase, while Canadian energy products will see a 10% tariff.

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Economic trends, Shipping Logistics, Supply Chain

Trump Announced Reciprocal Tariffs

In a bold move, President Trump has signed an executive order imposing reciprocal tariffs on all U.S. trade partners. Unlike previous tariffs targeting specific countries or industries, these taxes mirror the rates other nations impose on U.S. exports.

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Economic trends, Importing, Shipping Logistics

New Steel And Aluminum Tariffs

President Trump just signed an executive order imposing a 25% tax hike on ALL steel and aluminum imports, starting March 12th. Unlike his first term, where aluminum faced a 10% tariff, this time it’s up 15% higher!

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Economic trends, Importing, Transportation

China Tariffs Impacting Air Cargo

President Trump’s latest executive order has new tariffs hitting China’s air cargo industry. As of February 10th, a 10% tariff on Chinese imports will take effect, along with the removal of duty-free exemptions for low-value e-commerce goods.

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Economic trends, Importing, Shipping Logistics

Trump Imposes New Import Tariffs

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to enforce new import tariffs on top U.S. trading partners. While Mexico and Canada’s tariffs have been postponed, China’s tariffs took effect.

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Economic trends, Importing, Supply Chain

25% Tariffs on February 1st

President Trump has plans on setting a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico on February 1st. With these nations bringing in hundreds of billions in trade annually, the move may significantly impact trade.

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Economic trends, Importing, Shipping Logistics

U.S. Retail Imports Surging

U.S. Retail Imports Are Soaring! Shippers are rushing to avoid freight tariffs and potential port protests, driving this surge.

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East Coast Protests, Economic trends, Shipping Logistics

ILA And USMX Reach An Agreement

Big news for the shipping industry! The ILA and USMX reached a breakthrough agreement just days before the January 15th contract deadline, averting a major port strike.

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East Coast Protests, Economic trends, Shipping Logistics

Port Labor Talks Are Resuming

With the January 15th deadline looming, dockworkers and employers are back at the table. The ILA is pushing for fair wages and fighting port automation.

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3PL, Economic trends, Shipping Logistics

Trump Wants The Panama Canal

🌎 Trump says the U.S. should reclaim the Panama Canal over rising fees caused by drought. With the U.S. as the canal’s top user, tensions could rise. How will this impact international shipping.

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