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Coronavirus Impact on Imports Expected to be Larger Than Previously Anticipated

Factory shutdowns and travel restrictions in China continue to affect production.

Press Releases March 9, 2020
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Retail Imports Settling Down After Year of Tariff Surges

President Trump is scheduled to sign a “Phase One” partial trade deal with China on Wednesday.

Press Releases January 10, 2020
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Retail Imports Surging Again Ahead of More Tariffs  

New 15 percent tariffs took effect this month and are set to be expanded on Dec. 15.

Press Releases September 10, 2019
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Retailers Still Stocking Up Ahead of Possible Tariffs

Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports are expected to grow only modestly compared with last year’s…

Press Releases July 10, 2019
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Tariff ‘Wild Card’ Threatens Retail Imports 

“More tariffs could come any day," NRF says.

Press Releases September 10, 2018
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Retail Imports Set New Records Ahead of Tariffs

Retailers are rushing to bring merchandise into the country.

Press Releases August 9, 2018
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Retail Imports to Set New Record this Month

Consumers spend as tariffs take effect.

Press Releases July 9, 2018
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Retail Imports Set New Monthly High, Yearly Record Possible

The import numbers come as retail continues a long-term pattern of increased sales.

Press Releases September 8, 2017
2010 retail container traffic

2010 retail container traffic expected to total 14.5 million containers, a 15% increase

Press Release: WASHINGTON, August 5, 2010 – Import cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container ports is…

News May 13, 2013
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