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.
IEEPA Tariffs Impacting Small Importers
Small importers are feeling the strain from Trump’s IEEPA tariffs. While big corporations can absorb higher costs, many mom-and-pop importers are struggling to stay afloat.
US-China Trade War Continues
Tensions are rising again in the U.S.-China trade war. 🇺🇸🇨🇳 On October 14, China began charging port fees on U.S.-owned ships—a direct response after months of back-and-forth tariffs between the two nations.
IEEPA Tariffs Supreme Court Ruling
All eyes are on the Supreme Court as it prepares to hear President Trump’s IEEPA tariffs case on November 5—a decision that could reshape the future of international trade.
The Government Shutdown Begins
A U.S. government shutdown is here — and shippers are bracing for impact. On October 1, Congress failed to pass a funding bill, triggering a shutdown that reached far beyond politics and into international shipping.
Trump’s Tariff Hearing Date Is Set
Big news for global trade: The Supreme Court has set November 5 as the hearing date for Trump’s tariff case. Two major cases are on the table—Learning Resources v. Trump, and Trump v. V.O.S. Selections.
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.
Supreme Court Will Hear Trump’s Tariff Case
On September 9, the Supreme Court announced it will hear Trump’s tariff case on an expedited timeline. With oral arguments starting in November, the decision could reshape the future of U.S. trade policy.
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.
Trump Imposing Furniture Tariffs
Big changes could be coming for the furniture market. On August 22, President Trump launched a major tariff investigation on imported furniture over the next 50 days that could result in new tariffs for furniture imports.