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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.
White House Delaying Tariffs
Tariff relief may be on the horizon for furniture shippers 📦🛋️ President Trump has announced a delay in planned tariff hikes, pushing increases on imported furniture products back until 2027.
Exporting Out Of The US
Exporting out of the U.S. opens the door to global markets 🌍 but it’s not without its challenges. While American shippers benefit from strong international demand, navigating regulations, documentation, and logistics can quickly become overwhelming.
Importing Machinery Into The US
Machinery plays a critical role across countless industries—but importing it into the U.S. isn’t always straightforward 🚜⚙️. With so many products falling into (or outside of) this category, the import process can quickly become complex.
China Hit A $1 Trillion Trade Surplus
China just made global trade history — hitting a $1 trillion trade surplus for the first time ever. 🚢📈 Over the last 11 months, China surged to $1.08 trillion, fueled by rising exports and slowing imports.
US Reducing South Korea’s Tariffs
The latest US–South Korea trade deal is shaking up international shipping, with tariffs on Korean imports now dropping to 15%—retroactive to November 1.
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.
US Cutting Tariffs On 200+ Items
🚨 Big news for global trade and U.S. importers! President Trump’s latest executive order, signed on November 14, cuts tariffs on more than 200 agricultural items, lifting levies on categories that include beef, avocados, coffee, cashews, and more.
The US Shutdown Has Ended
🚨 The U.S. government shutdown has officially ended! After a historic 43-day pause, President Trump signed Congress’s funding bill on November 12, reopening agencies and restoring operations through January 30, 2026.