JBS SA, the world’s largest meatpacker, posted earnings that beat expectations as strong demand for chicken and pork helped offset pressure in its U.S. beef business.
March 25, 2025Business, Private, Top 100
Leading Meatpacker JBS Tops Earnings Expectations
Government, Business
Ambassador Warns Canada About Using China as ‘Bargaining Chip’
China’s ambassador warned the Canadian government against using it as a “bargaining chip” in trade negotiations with the U.S.
March 25, 2025Government, Business, Global Freight, Top 50
Struggling USPS a Privatization Target for Trump
The U.S. Postal Service has been struggling for years, and now President Donald Trump and Elon Musk are considering privatizing it. How did we get here?
March 25, 2025Business, Technology, Logistics
Descartes Acquires TMS Provider 3GTMS for $115 Million
Shippers, third-party logistics providers and freight brokers can use 3GTMS’ products for automating planning, rating, consolidation and routing of over-the-road shipments.
March 25, 2025Government, Business, Equipment, Safety
Court Slashes $462 Million Wabash Verdict to $120 Million
A St. Louis court has drastically reduced a $462 million jury verdict issued against trailer manufacturer Wabash in connection with a 2019 fatal accident.
March 25, 2025Government, Business, Equipment
Court Preserves Detroit Transmission Housing Supply Line
A component supplier must continue to supply Detroit Diesel with housings for Detroit-branded transmissions installed on Freightliner and Western Star truck production lines, a court ruled.
March 25, 2025Government, Business, Private
Consumer Confidence Falls to Lowest Reading Since 2021
U.S. consumer confidence continued its sharp 2025 decline as Americans’ views about their financial futures slumped to a 12-year low, driven by rising anxiety over tariffs and inflation.
March 25, 2025Government, Business, Private
Kroger Fights Suit by Albertsons Over Failed Deal
Kroger is fighting back against a lawsuit brought by Albertsons over its failed $24.6 billion takeover of the rival grocery chain.
March 25, 2025Government, Business
Carney Says Canada Wants to ‘Get Serious’ on Trade Talks
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his top Cabinet ministers are in contact with White House officials and want to have “serious” negotiations about trade.
March 25, 2025Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics
Fleets and Insurers Respond to Freight Theft Surge
The industry has made some progress in its response to theft but needs to develop more effective countermeasures, according to multiple insurance brokers.
March 25, 2025