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(2 articles)Shipping & Freight
High ImpactJul 28, 2026Freight Rate Surge Pressures Retailers, Transforms Real Estate Strategy
Elevated freight rates are creating significant financial pressure on retailers, forcing operational and strategic recalibrations across the sector. The sustained elevation in trucking and LTL costs i
CRE Daily#freight-rates#retail-logistics#trucking-costs
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactJul 27, 2026Shein Q1 2026 Loss Driven by U.S. Tariffs and Trade Policies
Shein's Q1 2026 financial loss marks a significant moment in the ongoing tension between e-commerce logistics and U.S. trade policy. The fast-fashion retailer explicitly attributed its declining profi
Global Trade Magazine#shein-tariffs#us-trade-policy#supply-chain-impact