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US Ends Tariff Loophole on Small Packages, Impacting Global E-commerce
The US suspended tariff exemptions for small packages (\$800 or less), impacting over 1 billion packages annually, starting August 29th with a temporary flat rate and transitioning to a 10-40% tariff, prompting shipping suspensions and raising concerns for global e-commerce.
US Ends Tariff Loophole on Small Packages, Impacting Global E-commerce
The US suspended tariff exemptions for small packages (\$800 or less), impacting over 1 billion packages annually, starting August 29th with a temporary flat rate and transitioning to a 10-40% tariff, prompting shipping suspensions and raising concerns for global e-commerce.
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36% Bias Score
End of De Minimis Rule Impacts US Consumers, Businesses, and International Shipping
The US ended the de minimis rule, eliminating the duty-free import of low-value goods; this impacts consumers, businesses, and international shipping, leading to potential price increases and changes in retail.
End of De Minimis Rule Impacts US Consumers, Businesses, and International Shipping
The US ended the de minimis rule, eliminating the duty-free import of low-value goods; this impacts consumers, businesses, and international shipping, leading to potential price increases and changes in retail.
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44% Bias Score
US Eliminates Duty-Free Imports Under \$800, Impacts Global E-Commerce
The US ended duty-free imports for goods under \$800 from all countries on August 25th, aiming to curb drug smuggling, following a similar ban on Chinese goods in May that reduced daily shipments from four million to one million and generated \$492 million in tariffs.
US Eliminates Duty-Free Imports Under \$800, Impacts Global E-Commerce
The US ended duty-free imports for goods under \$800 from all countries on August 25th, aiming to curb drug smuggling, following a similar ban on Chinese goods in May that reduced daily shipments from four million to one million and generated \$492 million in tariffs.
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48% Bias Score
Saskatchewan Premier Urges Removal of EV Tariffs to Boost Canola Exports
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is advocating for the removal of Canada's 100 percent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles to boost canola exports to China, while acknowledging the need to maintain positive trade relations with the United States, a major importer of Canadian canola. China currently im...
Saskatchewan Premier Urges Removal of EV Tariffs to Boost Canola Exports
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe is advocating for the removal of Canada's 100 percent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles to boost canola exports to China, while acknowledging the need to maintain positive trade relations with the United States, a major importer of Canadian canola. China currently im...
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52% Bias Score
Keurig Dr Pepper to Acquire JDE Peet's for €15.7 Billion
Keurig Dr Pepper will acquire JDE Peet's, the world's second-largest coffee roaster, for €15.7 billion, creating a major coffee and tea company in the US that will compete with Nestlé. The acquisition reflects the consolidation trend in the global coffee industry to counter volatile prices and expan...
Keurig Dr Pepper to Acquire JDE Peet's for €15.7 Billion
Keurig Dr Pepper will acquire JDE Peet's, the world's second-largest coffee roaster, for €15.7 billion, creating a major coffee and tea company in the US that will compete with Nestlé. The acquisition reflects the consolidation trend in the global coffee industry to counter volatile prices and expan...
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44% Bias Score
First US Human Case of New World Screwworm Raises Concerns
The US reported its first human case of New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, in a Maryland resident returning from El Salvador; this raises concerns about the parasite's spread and potential economic impact on the US cattle industry, prompting the government to build a sterile fly facility ...
First US Human Case of New World Screwworm Raises Concerns
The US reported its first human case of New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, in a Maryland resident returning from El Salvador; this raises concerns about the parasite's spread and potential economic impact on the US cattle industry, prompting the government to build a sterile fly facility ...
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44% Bias Score
U.S. Ends De Minimis Import Exemption, Targeting Tariff Evasion and Illicit Goods
The Trump administration ended a de minimis exemption for low-value imports into the U.S., ending tax-free shipping of parcels valued at $800 or less, effective Friday, July 6, 2024, aiming to increase tariff revenues by $10 billion annually and curb illegal imports.
U.S. Ends De Minimis Import Exemption, Targeting Tariff Evasion and Illicit Goods
The Trump administration ended a de minimis exemption for low-value imports into the U.S., ending tax-free shipping of parcels valued at $800 or less, effective Friday, July 6, 2024, aiming to increase tariff revenues by $10 billion annually and curb illegal imports.
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60% Bias Score
US Tax Hike Slams UK Small Businesses
Starting Friday, new US taxes on parcels under \$800 will significantly impact UK small businesses exporting goods to the US, causing many to halt shipments due to increased costs and uncertainty, with larger companies better equipped to handle the change.
US Tax Hike Slams UK Small Businesses
Starting Friday, new US taxes on parcels under \$800 will significantly impact UK small businesses exporting goods to the US, causing many to halt shipments due to increased costs and uncertainty, with larger companies better equipped to handle the change.
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48% Bias Score
China's Service Exports Surge 15 Percent, Reaching Record High
China's service exports reached a record high in the first half of 2024, growing by 15 percent year-on-year to 1.7 trillion yuan ($237.8 billion), driven by sectors like transportation and travel; the government plans to further boost this with policy measures and the upcoming CIFTIS fair.
China's Service Exports Surge 15 Percent, Reaching Record High
China's service exports reached a record high in the first half of 2024, growing by 15 percent year-on-year to 1.7 trillion yuan ($237.8 billion), driven by sectors like transportation and travel; the government plans to further boost this with policy measures and the upcoming CIFTIS fair.
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40% Bias Score
25 Countries Halt US Postal Deliveries Due to New Tariffs
On August 29th, 25 countries suspended US-bound postal deliveries due to new tariffs on packages exceeding \$100, following a July 30th US decree eliminating previous exemptions; the short implementation deadline and pre-payment requirement created operational challenges for postal services.
25 Countries Halt US Postal Deliveries Due to New Tariffs
On August 29th, 25 countries suspended US-bound postal deliveries due to new tariffs on packages exceeding \$100, following a July 30th US decree eliminating previous exemptions; the short implementation deadline and pre-payment requirement created operational challenges for postal services.
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40% Bias Score
European Postal Operators Halt US Shipments Over New Customs Rules
European postal services are suspending US shipments due to new US customs regulations eliminating the \$800 duty-free import limit, effective August 29th, creating uncertainty and cost increases for businesses and consumers.
European Postal Operators Halt US Shipments Over New Customs Rules
European postal services are suspending US shipments due to new US customs regulations eliminating the \$800 duty-free import limit, effective August 29th, creating uncertainty and cost increases for businesses and consumers.
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40% Bias Score
Asian Postal Services Suspend US Shipments Due to New Tariffs
India, Thailand, South Korea, and New Zealand suspended some or all postal services to the US due to new tariffs eliminating the $800 duty-free threshold for small packages, starting August 29th, impacting international shipping.
Asian Postal Services Suspend US Shipments Due to New Tariffs
India, Thailand, South Korea, and New Zealand suspended some or all postal services to the US due to new tariffs eliminating the $800 duty-free threshold for small packages, starting August 29th, impacting international shipping.
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36% Bias Score
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