U.S. and China Reach Temporary Trade Agreement; Possible Outcomes Emerge - May 16, 2025 


The Trump administration is actively in talks with Chinese officials to develop a long-term deal. But uncertainty remains after August when tariffs could be reimposed at higher levels.; Sam’s Club Changes Pallet Spec to Mandate Block Pallets Only: While a large percentage of the pallets going into Sam’s Club stores have been block pallets for a long time, the company earlier this year decided to completely eliminate stringer pallets.; Brambles Cuts Pallet Sales Forecast Due to Sluggish Retail Activity: Thanks to ongoing supply chain and asset productivity initiatives as well as overhead cost control measures, the company anticipates full year sales revenue growth around 4-5% with profit growth in the 8-11% range.; Recycle Bits: iGPS and its iDepot system streamline the recovery process. CBP recently highlighted its role in combating invasive species.


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