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Tariff 'earthquake' sends shipping industry into crisis mode


Published on 2025-05-10 03:00:43 - Fortune
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  • In the latest developments, the Trump administration said Wednesday it would provide a one-month exemption for "any autos coming through USMCA," the existing US trade deal with Canada and Mexico.

The article from Fortune, dated March 5, 2025, discusses the severe impact of new tariffs on the global shipping industry, describing the situation as an "earthquake" that has sent the sector into crisis mode. The tariffs, imposed by several major economies, have led to a sharp increase in shipping costs and significant delays at ports worldwide. Shipping companies are struggling to adapt to the new trade environment, with some facing bankruptcy and others attempting to reroute their vessels to avoid the most affected areas. The article highlights the ripple effects on global supply chains, with industries from manufacturing to retail feeling the strain. Experts quoted in the piece suggest that without swift action from governments to mitigate the tariffs, the crisis could deepen, potentially leading to long-term damage to the global economy.

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