Shorting Maersk stock during a global trade war may seem like a sure bet. But investors who’ve loaded up on the trade since April have so far only been handed big losses.
August 11, 2025Donald Trump Transportation News Updates
Transport Topics provides the latest news and insights into Trump-related logistics news. Whether you're tracking emerging opportunities or monitoring changes in regulations or tariffs, our updates ensure you remain ahead in the industry.
US Farm Trade Deficit Hits Record $28.6 Billion in 2025
The shift in fortunes began during President Donald Trump’s trade war with China in his first term, with the initial annual deficits recorded in 2019 and 2020.
August 7, 2025Trump’s Planned 100% Computer Chip Tariff Sparks Confusion
“The real question everybody in the industry is asking is whether there will be a component tariff, where the chips in a device would require some sort of separate tariff calculation.â€
August 7, 2025DTNA Backs EPA GHG3 Rollback; Other OEMs More Cautious
GHG3 was rolled out under the Biden administration but came under heavy fire from trucking stakeholders, many of whom characterized it as damaging to carriers.
August 7, 2025Trump’s Broad Tariffs Go Into Effect
Just after midnight, goods from more than 60 countries and the European Union became subject to tariff rates of 10% or higher.
August 7, 2025Trump Meets With Nvidia's Huang as Chip Tariffs Loom
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s visit came hours before another tech leader — Apple CEO Tim Cook — was set to announce a commitment for $100 billion in fresh domestic manufacturing investments.
August 6, 2025China Extends Beef Import Probe to November
The extension was announced Aug. 6 by the Ministry of Commerce. China is the world’s top buyer of the meat, which means its imports are tracked closely by the global market.Â
August 6, 2025NHTSA Exempts Amazon's Steering-Wheel-Free Zoox Robotaxi
U.S. auto safety regulators granted an exemption to federal vehicle safety standards for purpose-built driverless cars made by Zoox, the Transportation Department said in a statement.
August 6, 2025Cummins Delays Launch of 2027 X15 Engine
Days after the engine's first showcase at ATA's TMC 2025 annual meeting, the Trump administration warned EPA regulations for heavy-duty trucks would be reassessed, with rollback likely.
August 6, 2025Trump to Boost Import Taxes on India to 50%
An additional 25% tariff was tacked on India for its purchases of Russian oil.
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