Possible Shift in Rules of Origin for Transshipped Goods
Since the introduction of the Trump-era tariffs earlier this year, concerns have been mounting over transshipping—the practice of disguising the true origin of goods to avoid hig
US CBP Cracks Down: SMEs Warned to Stay Compliant or Face Penalties
SME importers in the US are advised to budget for trade compliance as the Customs Border Protection (CBP) increases its inspection frequency and capabilities. Hugo Pakula, CEO of c
Tariff Detente Boosts Global Growth Outlook, Says IMF
The world economy isn’t out of the woods, but easing trade tensions mean a more favorable forecast Risks from the trade war remain, but the road ahead for the global economy has
China and US Seek Alternatives as Ecommerce Air Trade Plunges
The numbers are brutal: 245% tariffs slapped on select Chinese goods by the U.S. in April 2025 crushed air cargo volumes almost overnight. Small and mid-sized logistics operators w
Ford Still Scrambling for Rare‑Earth Magnets
A deal to free up Chinese magnet shipments hasn’t sped up export approvals, carmakers say Ford Motor still faces difficulties obtaining vital magnets made with rare-earth element
The 90-Day Scramble to Move Goods Out of China
American and Chinese firms are racing to clear a backlog of orders during a pause in trade war hostilities Adam Leeb is rushing to ship $700,000 of electronic typewriters from Chin
China-to-U.S. Containership Bookings Jump 50%, Says Hapag-Lloyd
Containership bookings from China to the U.S. have shot up more than 50% this week after the nations’ agreement to roll back tariffs, the head of German carrier Hapag-Lloyd said
China Tariff Rollback Unlikely to Lift Imports, Says Port of L.A. Chief
The executive director of the Port of Los Angeles says he doesn’t expect a flood of goods despite the deal reached by the U.S. and China The head of one of America’s biggest im
The Bubble Blasters and Other Chinese Goods Stalled by Trade Chaos
American importers cancel orders and scramble for alternatives, while Chinese factories cut staff and offload goods Six thousand inflatable snowmen and holiday figurines are sittin
Car Companies Prep for Tariffs in Earnings News
Big automakers are bracing for tariffs. General Motors, Ford, Stellantis and Tesla say they’re strategizing to address possible price increases and supply-chain disruptions. Auto
