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This week, President Donald Trump introduced a new round of tariffs aimed at three key sectors: furniture, heavy-duty trucks, and branded pharmaceuticals. The measures are scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2025, and are expected to influence both global sourcing decisions and domestic logistics strategies The announcement comes amid ongoing efforts by the administration The post New U.S. Tariffs on Furniture, Heavy Trucks, and Pharmaceuticals Set to Reshape Supply Chain Costs and Sourcing Strategies Starting October 1 appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

In the ever-shifting landscape of global trade, supply chain leaders are navigating a complex environment shaped by policy, technology, and economic pressures. This week’s major stories highlight this intricate reality. Amazon, FedEx, and UPS are all reconfiguring their networks in response to new trade policies and a move away from low-margin e-commerce. Meanwhile, the proposed The post Key Developments in Supply Chain & Logistics: Amazon, FedEx, UPS, and More (September 22nd – 25th, 2025) appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

The termination of the U.S. de minimis tariff exemption is leading to structural changes in the air cargo operations of both FedEx and UPS. The exemption, which previously allowed imports valued under $800 to enter the U.S. duty-free with minimal documentation, was eliminated in late August 2025. The removal of this rule has introduced new The post FedEx and UPS Adjust Air Cargo Networks Amid De Minimis Policy Shift and Economic Headwinds appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

Alibaba’s shares rose this week, up more than 6% in Hong Kong and 9% in U.S. premarket trading, after CEO Eddie Wu outlined an expanded artificial intelligence strategy at the company’s Cloud Technology Conference. Wu confirmed that Alibaba is continuing a three-year, 380 billion yuan ($53 billion) program for AI infrastructure and model development, first The post Alibaba’s Bold $53 Billion AI Expansion: Unveiling Qwen3-Max, Global Data Centers, and Strategic Partnerships appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s statement this week, “there is no risk-free path,” was not abstract monetary commentary. It was a recognition that tariffs are raising the cost baseline for U.S. supply chains, and that these shocks will unfold over multiple quarters as they cascade through sourcing, logistics, and retail. Powell was clear: tariffs represent The post Navigating Tariff Turbulence: Strategic Insights from Powell’s Address on Supply Chain Resilience appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.