Tariffs stories - Page 2

Ship4wd launches platform enabling US SMBs to buy directly from Chinese factories, offering pricing in USD, order protection, and integrated global shipping.

Over a third of STEM professionals worldwide have been approached for overseas roles, with 19% planning or already moving abroad amid rising global investment and protectionism.

Canadian tech and finance leaders call for open banking reforms and streamlined regulations to boost innovation ahead of the federal budget announcement.

Canada's merger and acquisition activity rises 6.6%, reaching 'Sprout' status, as US M&A slows amid cautious investor sentiment and trade tensions impact cross-border deals.

A survey reveals 73% of supply chain leaders faced supplier disruptions last year, with many turning to AI to curb financial losses and boost resilience.

Avalara has launched global AI tools, including its agent Avi, to speed up compliance and tax tasks within enterprise systems, cutting filing times significantly.

Brands face rising tariffs and fulfilment challenges this holiday peak, with 87% hiking US prices and only 31% confident in cross-border delivery plans.

Mstack launches Chemstack AI, an AI-driven platform cutting chemical synthesis and commercialisation from 18 months to days amid supply chain woes.

The US manufacturing slowdown reflects structural shifts and post-boom normalisation, with rising AI investment reshaping the sector amid tariff pressures.

Canadian brands focus on authentic storytelling and earned media to build lasting visibility amid tariffs and rising costs. Short-term campaigns no longer suffice.

Blue Yonder launches AI-enhanced Transportation Management system to boost supply chain resilience, efficiency and sustainability amid rising operational pressures.

AI use in finance has surged to 72%, with CFOs leveraging it for resilience, risk management, and navigating tariff-driven economic challenges.

Linnworks appoints Jon Bahl as CEO to lead global growth amid retail challenges, aiming to expand its commerce platform serving 4,000 customers worldwide.

Over half of procurement leaders have boosted tech budgets, embracing AI and data to enhance efficiency amid rising challenges, reveals new global report.

Rising US tariffs have sparked a surge in FX hedging among 91% of North American firms, despite costs climbing 76%, as businesses fight currency-driven profit hits.

Global 3D printer market grew 5% in Q1 2025, driven by a 22% surge in entry-level sales amid tariff fears, while high-end segments faced decline and uncertainty.

eflow Global introduces a new Sandbox feature for TZTS Trade Surveillance, enabling firms to reduce false positives by safely testing alert thresholds with real data.

Trump previously stalled trade talks with Canada in protest over its new 3% Digital Services Tax on major tech firms, escalating bilateral tensions.

Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.

Retailers must harness data-driven agility and real-time inventory visibility to navigate U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty while staying profitable.