by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Apr 2, 2025 | Economic trends, Importing, Shipping Logistics
An executive order signed in February has President Trump’s reciprocal tariffs starting today. Termed “Liberation Day” by Trump, various countries that bring cargo into the U.S. will see new taxes on importation. These tariffs will differ from Trump’s recently...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Mar 21, 2025 | Economic trends, Agricultural imports, Supply Chain
The trade war between the U.S. and other countries is escalating, with Trump threatening a 200% tariff on wine imports. Last Thursday, President Trump threatened 200% taxes on wine, champagne, and other alcoholic beverages from the EU (European Union). Trump noted...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Feb 4, 2025 | Economic trends, Importing, Shipping Logistics
President Donald Trump imposes new import tariffs on top trading partners after months of expectation. On Saturday, February 1st, Trump signed an executive order to enforce a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada. Canadian energy imports will have a tax...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Jan 21, 2025 | Economic trends, Importing, Supply Chain
President Trump announced that he will impose a 25% tariff on February 1st for imports from Canada and Mexico. Last year, Trump revealed that he would implement the tariff hike during his first day in office. The president postponed the date to create an “External...
by A1 WorldWide Logistics | Jan 16, 2025 | Importing, Economic trends, Shipping Logistics
Various situations in the international shipping industry are resulting in U.S. retail imports surging. The Global Port Tracker is predicting that the import volume for December 2024 will be up 14.3% y/y. This number is 19% over the NRA’s (National Retail Association)...
