On September 6, 2025, the White House issued an Executive Order modifying the scope of reciprocal tariffs and establishing new procedures for implementing trade and security agreements. For supply chain leaders in industries like e-commerce, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and CPG, this marks another important shift in the trade landscape. Understanding these changes, and how to adjust your logistics strategy, will be critical to minimizing risk and … Read More
Reciprocal Tariffs: Current Details as of July 31
Although the reciprocal tariffs are slated to take effect on Aug. 1, the most up‑to‑date information comes from the July 31 announcement. Annex II of the executive order issued at that time lists each affected country and the percentage of additional duty that will be added to its existing Harmonized Tariff Schedule rate. For every country‑specific entry the order repeats the same conditions: the additional duty does not … Read More
New Round of Country-Specific Tariff Letters Announced
With less than a month until new tariffs take effect, the U.S. has accelerated its rollout of country-specific reciprocal tariff letters, now reaching 22 countries in total. These tariffs are set to be enforced at 12:01 a.m. EDT on August 1, following the expiration of the current extension period. These tariffs fall under the country-specific reciprocal tariff framework, a policy intended to address long-standing trade … Read More
Historic U.S.–Vietnam Trade Pact Redefines Market Access
In a significant development on the global trade front, President Donald Trump announced a new trade agreement between the United States and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. The deal, struck following direct discussions with General Secretary Tô Lâm of the Communist Party of Vietnam, introduces a sweeping framework for tariffs, market access, and cooperation, one that could reshape the economic relationship between the two nations. … Read More
U.S. and China Agree to 90-Day Tariff Reprive: What It Means for Importers
After weeks of mounting trade tensions, the U.S. and China have struck a deal to significantly reduce import tariffs for 90 days, offering a crucial window of relief for global supply chains. The agreement, announced following high-level talks in Switzerland, will slash mutual tariffs by up to 115%. For many logistics and supply chain leaders, this temporary reprieve is a welcome reset after last month’s … Read More
EU Prepares Countermeasures Against U.S. Tariffs
Tensions between the United States and European Union are escalating—again. On May 7, the European Commission launched a public consultation on potential retaliatory tariffs targeting a wide swath of U.S. goods. This move comes amid stalled negotiations to resolve newly imposed U.S. duties, including a 20% tariff on EU products and 25% on vehicle imports. The Stakes: €95 Billion in U.S. Goods at Risk The … Read More
U.S.–China Trade War Heats Up: Tariffs Target Tech and Electronics
The U.S.–China trade relationship is once again in the global spotlight as tensions escalate through a new wave of tariff actions and investigations. While both countries remain locked in a retaliatory tariff cycle, recent developments indicate that the U.S. is expanding its trade enforcement strategy beyond broad-based tariffs, targeting strategic industries like semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and critical minerals. Spotlight on Semiconductors: The Centerpiece of a New … Read More
In Real Time: Today’s Top Tariff Headlines
Tariff Timeline: A Real-Time Look at 2025’s Key Trade Shifts July30th- New tariffs to India and Additional Duties for Brazil 25% in Imports from India. U.S. President Donald Trump declared that a 25% tariff will be placed on a broad range of imports from India, effective August 1, 2025 Trump also mentioned an unspecified additional penalty tied to India’s ongoing purchases of military equipment and … Read More
“Liberation Day” Arrives: U.S. Unveils Sweeping New Tariffs
President Donald Trump marked what he termed a “Declaration of Economic Independence” at the high-profile “Make America Wealthy Again” event, announcing comprehensive new tariffs aimed at reshaping America’s trade relationships globally. Dubbed “Liberation Day” by the administration, the strategy introduces a baseline tariff of 10% on virtually all imports into the U.S., significantly altering the landscape of international commerce. A Strategic Shift in Global Trade … Read More
White House Suspends Tariffs on Canadian and Mexican USMCA Goods—AGAIN!
In an important development impacting trade relations within North America, the White House announced today that effective 12:01 a.m. EST on March 7, 2025, the recently imposed International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA)-based tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico will be temporarily suspended for all products compliant with USMCA origin requirements. This temporary suspension will remain in effect until April 2, 2025, the date … Read More
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