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theblaze.comworld3 days ago
European Union member states to debate methane-emissions rules for importers
European Union member states will discuss this week how the bloc's methane-emissions rules for importers affect regional energy security. The rules target methane leaks from imported fuels.
freepressjournal.infinance12 days ago
EU Share of U.S. LNG Exports Falls to Two-Year Low in June
Europe purchased less than half of all U.S. liquefied natural gas exports last month, the lowest share in two years. Asian buyers paid nearly $4 more per mmBtu than European importers. The decline affects a three-year, $750 billion energy purchase commitment made under a July 202…
Japan Timesworld12 days ago
Asia Reviews Energy Supplies After Four Months of Gulf Conflict
Energy importers across Asia are reassessing supply security following four months of conflict in the Persian Gulf. Policymakers cite the need for larger reserves, more supplier options, and a wider range of power sources.
cnbc.combusiness14 days ago
Ford CEO Calls for USMCA Rewards for Domestic Production as Most Automakers Urge Pact Extension
Ford CEO Jim Farley urged rewards for domestic vehicle production and penalties for heavy importers under revised USMCA terms. The comments came as the Trump administration shifted to annual reviews that could end the pact by 2036.
techjuice.pkpolitics22 days ago
Pound reaches strongest level against Euro since August 2025
Sterling climbed to 1.162 against the Euro on Wednesday, its highest rate in nearly one year. Currency specialists advised British travelers and importers to secure euros while the rate remains favorable.
prnewswire.comfinance28 days ago
Los Angeles Port Imports Hit Second-Highest Level Amid Rising Fuel Costs From Middle East Conflict
Importers accelerated shipments ahead of higher fuel costs and potential U.S. tariffs, lifting May 2026 volumes 26 percent from a year earlier. Shipping lines added emergency surcharges to cover bunker fuel price spikes tied to the Middle East conflict.
Forbesfinance31 days ago
Executive Order Bars Foreign Importers From Informal U.S. Customs Entry
A June 3 executive order requires foreign importers of record to use formal customs entry and post a bond with U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The change ends the prior practice that allowed foreign entities and shell companies to file informal entries for low-value shipments…
nbcnews.compolitics44 days ago
Trump Administration Appeals Judge’s Order to Refund $166 Billion in Tariffs Ruled Unlawful by Supreme Court
The administration appealed a judge’s order requiring customs authorities to refund importers who paid global tariffs the Supreme Court ruled unlawful earlier this year.
wwd.comfinance46 days ago
Administration Appeals Court Ruling on Tariff Refund Eligibility
The administration filed notice to appeal a federal court decision that expanded tariff refund eligibility to all U.S. importers. The ruling had allowed any company that paid invalidated duties to seek repayment.
thehindu.compolitics47 days ago
Court Rules Trump-Era Tariffs Illegal, Orders Refunds; Justice Department Appeals
The Justice Department filed to appeal a federal judge’s order requiring refunds for all importers rather than only those who sued. The move follows a Supreme Court decision striking down tariffs imposed by President Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
finance50 days ago
U.S. Remains Major Energy Exporter and Importer for Petroleum
The United States continues to rank among the world's largest energy exporters and importers, with petroleum as the dominant category. Government data track both outgoing shipments and incoming volumes.
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finance54 days ago
Businesses Seek Tariff Refunds but Face Login and Documentation Issues
Some importers have been unable to access the U.S. Customs and Border Protection ACE portal to file refund requests. The agency has approved $35.5 billion in refunds as of May 11.
rte.iefinance63 days ago
U.S. Begins Issuing Billions in Refunds for Tariffs Struck Down by Supreme Court
Federal payments began flowing on May 12, 2026, to importers hit by tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Small business owner Sarah Wells received $10,000 that morning. The government has approved nearly 87,000 refund requests totaling more than…
thedrinksbusiness.comfinance63 days ago
Wine Importer Receives $110,000 Tariff Refund After Supreme Court Ruling
Victor Schwartz, CEO of VOS Selections, received a $110,000 refund from the U.S. government. The payment follows a Supreme Court decision that invalidated tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The Treasury Department has begun processing refunds t…
ai-cio.compolitics65 days ago
State Treasurers Raise Concerns Over Tariff Refund Process
A group of state treasurers sent a letter seeking greater transparency in the tariff refund process after a Supreme Court ruling found certain tariffs unlawful. Importers have begun receiving refunds through a new portal, but consumers who faced higher prices have limited options…
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The Japan Timesworld65 days ago
Chinese Importers Pledge to Buy 50,000 Tons of Deforestation-Free Brazilian Beef by End of 2026
Xing Yanling, leader of the Tianjin Meat Industry Association, visited the Brazilian Amazon in April 2026 and later committed members to buy certified sustainable beef. The group represents importers responsible for around 40% of China's beef purchases from Brazil. The Japan Time…
wwd.comfinance66 days ago
First Tariff Refunds Reach Businesses Starting Tuesday
U.S. Customs and Border Protection will begin issuing the first wave of tariff refunds to businesses on May 11, 2026. More than 330,000 importers paid a total of $166 billion in tariffs later ruled illegal by the Supreme Court. As of late April, at least 75,000 businesses had app…
The Guardianpolitics67 days ago
U.S. Government Processes Refunds for Trump-Era Tariffs
Federal agencies have begun processing tariff refunds for importers following a Supreme Court decision that struck down tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. An estimated 330,000 importers paid more than $166 billion in fees.
flipboard.comfinance71 days ago
Philips, Pandora and Other Firms Plan to Apply for Tariff Rebates
Philips and Pandora said Wednesday they will apply for tariff rebates after the Supreme Court ruled President Trump's duties illegal. The refund portal could return up to $175 billion to more than 330,000 importers. Twelve of 25 CFOs surveyed plan to seek refunds but none intend…
thegatewaypundit.comfinance74 days ago
U.S. Government Accepts Refund Claims After Court Invalidates Trump Tariffs
The federal government has started processing refund claims for $166 billion in duties collected from importers following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated tariffs issued by President Trump last year. Small businesses, including a Brooklyn store selling Taiwanese imports, f…
propakistani.pkpolitics83 days ago
Importers Begin Using New System for Tariff Refunds After Supreme Court Ruling
Importers are starting to access a newly launched government system to request refunds on invalidated tariffs. The system allows companies to claim portions of the $166 billion in collected duties ruled invalid by the Supreme Court. The Trump administration stated that it may tak…
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Launches Tariff Refund Portal Following Supreme Court Decision
U.S. Customs and Border Protection introduced the first phase of its electronic refund system for tariffs deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court. Importers can now apply for refunds from a $166 billion pool, with over 56,000 claims already totaling $127 billion. Small busin…
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US Launches Portal for Refunding $166 Billion in Tariffs Ruled Unlawful by Supreme Court
The U.S. government has initiated a refund process for $166 billion in tariffs deemed unlawful by the Supreme Court, with businesses able to file claims through an online portal starting April 20, 2026. Over 330,000 importers are eligible for reimbursements, including interest, t…
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lamag.comfinance97 days ago
US Importers Can Begin Filing Tariff Refund Requests on April 20, Customs Agency Says
US Customs and Border Protection announced that importers may start submitting requests for tariff refunds on April 20. The process applies to duties paid on certain imported goods. This follows policy changes aimed at addressing overpaid tariffs.
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C.S. Reinhart / Wikimedia (Public domain)finance99 days ago
US Court Rules Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports Illegal, No Refunds for Importers
A US trade court has ruled that tariffs imposed on steel and aluminum imports were illegal. Importers who paid billions in these tariffs will not receive refunds. The decision affects millions of Americans who bore the costs through higher prices.
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U.S. Importers Eligible for Tariff Refunds on Specific Goods Under Commerce Department Program
The U.S. Department of Commerce administers a refund program for tariffs paid on certain imported goods, including steel, aluminum, and solar panels, stemming from Section 232 and Section 301 actions. Businesses that imported these goods between 2018 and 2021 may qualify for refu…
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