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Freight, tariffs, energy, main street: the forces that move your costs before they move your P&L.
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Freight, tariffs, energy, main street: the forces that move your costs before they move your P&L.
Tankers near Oman come under fire as Iran threatens to choke off shipping routes
War-risk surcharges are now baked into Gulf freight quotes.
Aug 01, 2026 · 10 min
Exxon and Chevron profits surge as Iran war pushes oil prices higher
Oil's war premium is now your fuel surcharge. Re-quote before the next renewal.
Jul 31, 2026 · 22 min
MSC and CMA CGM add fresh Panama Canal surcharges
Panama Canal drought is now a permanent surcharge line item.
Jul 23, 2026 · 14 min
Trump's 200% pharma tariff targets one of the world's most globalized supply chains
President Trump announced a 200% tariff on generic pharmaceuticals, with duty-free treatment maintained for two years before the hike takes effect.
Jul 23, 2026 · 10 min
Diesel prices spike, hammering logistics margins
The latest DOE/EIA report shows diesel prices experiencing their largest weekly jump since the Iran War, adding over 55 cents per gallon in just two weeks.
Jul 22, 2026 · 10 min