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Trucking and logistics companies react to President Donald Trump's sweeping round of tariffs on dozens of trading partners announced Aug. 1.

When Trump signed the order late July 31 imposing new tariffs, the start date of the punishing import taxes was pushed back seven days so the tariff schedule could be updated.

Farmers will soon start feeling the impact from President Donald Trump’s tariffs in the form of higher prices for the machines used to plant, treat and harvest fields.

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At an average of 15%, the world is still facing some of the steepest U.S. tariffs since the 1930s, roughly six times higher than they were a year ago.

CSX is working with Goldman Sachs Group, people familiar with the matter said, as the company explores options to participate in rail consolidation after two major rivals announced a merger.

C.H. Robinson delivered an earnings increase during the second quarter, despite lower revenue, with the execution of its strategic initiatives, the company reported July 30.

The Greenwich, Conn.-based less-than-truckload carrier posted net income of $106 million, or 89 cents a diluted share, for the three months ending June 30.

At a time when the industry is bracing for further consolidation, Ancora believes that CSX under CEO Joseph Hinrichs has been “underperforming.â€

Schneider posted higher revenue and earnings in the second quarter of 2025, the company reported July 31.

Trump said that goods from Mexico imported into the U.S. would continue to face a 25% tariff, and that autos would face a 25% tariff, while copper, aluminum and steel would be taxed at 50%.

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