After what Donald Trump described as “major combat operations,” strikes on Iranian targets have intensified fears of wider conflict, putting critical oil routes and international shipping lanes on edge.
US Lowering Bangladesh Tariffs
Trade tensions may finally be easing 🇺🇸🇧🇩📦 The U.S. and Bangladesh have signed a new Agreement on Reciprocal Trade that will lower tariffs on Bangladeshi imports to 19%
Trump Threatening A New 25% Tariff
A recent announcement has President Trump threatening a new 25% Tariff on Iran’s trading partners.
Qualities Of A Good Freight Forwarder
When shipping internationally, having a good freight forwarder can be a deciding factor in your shipment’s success. Freight forwarders are supply chain specialists focusing on moving a shipper’s cargo.
Supreme Court Ruling On Tariffs
A final Supreme Court ruling on tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration could come as early as Friday. Friday, January 9, will be an opinion day where the Supreme Court will discuss and potentially make a decision.
Top US Coffee Importer Shifting
The landscape of U.S. coffee imports is brewing up a major shift. ☕📦 For years, Brazil dominated as America’s top coffee supplier, but new data shows Peru and Colombia have now surged ahead.
Shutdown Impacting Air Imports
Holiday shipping turbulence ahead? With the U.S. government shutdown now stretching past 40 days, air imports could be the next to feel the strain. The budget deadlock in Congress has slowed operations across key agencies.
Trump Is Raising Canada Tariffs
Tariff Tensions Rise Again! President Trump announced a 10% tariff hike on Canadian imports—pushing total duties on some goods up to 45%. The move, sparked by a recent TV ad, adds to the 35% tariffs already in place since August.
US-Japan Trade Deal Starting
Big shifts are coming to international shipping! Starting August 16, the new U.S.–Japan trade deal kicks in, setting a 15% baseline tariff on most Japanese imports—including automobiles and auto parts.
Court Ruled Trump’s Tariffs Illegal
On August 29, a federal appeals court ruled Trump’s tariffs illegal in a 7-4 decision. The ruling, which backed the Court of International Trade, could impact international, and country specific tariffs.