Confusion hangs over various details of a trade deal struck between the U.S. and Japan, sparking concern in Japan over its enforcement, particularly regarding cars.
August 6, 2025Trucking Business News
Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.
Uber Boosts Buybacks by $20 Billion After Upbeat Forecast
The company said it has an opportunity to reach more consumers by cross-selling its rideshare and delivery services and adapting them to a wider range of customer needs.
August 6, 2025USMCA Ensures No Tariffs on Most Canadian and Mexican Goods
President Donald Trump raised the tariffs on Canadian goods to 35% last week, but a key exemption for Canada and Mexico shields the vast majority of goods from the punishing duties.
August 6, 2025Rivian Deepens Loss Forecast as Fuel Credit Market Shrinks
The tax package that President Donald Trump signed into law last month included a rule change that attacked what’s been an important source of revenue for Rivian and Tesla for years.
August 6, 2025Carney Considers Select Rollback of Canada Counter-Tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he wants to maximize the impacts of retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. but minimize the pain for Canadian businesses.
August 6, 2025Eaton Q2 Profit Inches Lower as Costs Outpace Revenue Bump
Supply chain turmoil and an increase in tariffs globally are bolstering the costs of all industrial manufacturers — particularly those using aluminum, steel and copper, Eaton noted.
August 5, 2025Average Used Truck Price Rises for First Time in 2½ Years
A used Class 8 truck cost on average $60,324 in June, 10.4% more expensive than the year-ago retail price of $54,621 and 6.2% pricier than the $56,813 reported for May.
August 5, 2025Williams Sees LNG Share Topping 25% Of US Gas Market
The energy infrastructure company also sees years of robust demand for the fuel, which currently makes up about 15% of the market, according to CEO Chad Zamarin.
August 5, 2025Canada Plans Grants to Offset Soaring US Lumber Duties
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Aug. 5 the guarantees will ensure forestry companies of all sizes can maintain and restructure their operations.
August 5, 2025Musk Seeks Dismissal of Tesla Stock-Sale Suit
The filing came the same day Tesla directors disclosed their decision to grant Elon Musk an interim stock award — valued at $30 billion — while a legal fight over his 2018 pay package drags on.
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