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Sourcing Spotlight: How Trade Wars and Supply Chain Chaos Are Reshaping U.S. Retail in 2025
Global trade disruptions, rising tariffs, and the U.S.-China decoupling are transforming retail. Discover how small and mid-sized businesses are adapting and what it takes to stay competitive in 2025.
How U.S. Retailers and Small Businesses Are Adapting to the 2025 Tariff Surge
As sweeping U.S. tariffs reshape global trade in 2025, large retailers are turning to sourcing shifts and AI, while small businesses face rising costs and supply chain strain. Discover how both are adapting—and what small businesses can do to stay competitive.
How Global Trade Tensions Are Reshaping Supply Chains in 2025
Global trade tensions in April 2025 are disrupting supply chains, driving up costs, and forcing U.S. retailers and manufacturers to rethink strategies. Discover how tariffs, retaliation, and automation are reshaping the future of global commerce.
Decoupling from China: U.S. Retailers Face a Supply Chain Reckoning
U.S.-China trade is unravelling fast, with an 80% drop in merchandise trade expected this year. Discover how American retailers are responding by diversifying supply chains, embracing nearshoring, and building resilience in the face of rising tariffs and geopolitical risk.
Sourcing Spotlight: How U.S.-China Tariffs Are Reshaping E-Commerce – What Sellers Must Know
Discover how escalating U.S.-China tariffs are impacting supply chains, margins, and global trade. Learn why China won’t back down—and how your business can adapt with actionable strategies to stay competitive.
Navigating the Impact of Trump's Tariffs: Key Changes and Strategies for Businesses
The Trump administration’s latest tariffs have pushed rates on Chinese imports to 54%, with global steel and aluminium tariffs hitting 79%. Learn how these changes impact sourcing, shipping, and costs, plus strategies to mitigate the impact.
Sourcing Spotlight: More Trump’s Tariffs, Freight Trends & Sourcing Opportunities: What’s Shaping Global Trade?
Explore how Trump’s 25% tariff on Venezuelan oil, falling container prices in China, and rising sourcing opportunities in Mexico are reshaping global trade. Learn how businesses can navigate these changes for success.
How to Source Factories & Artisanal Goods in Mexico for Wholesale & Export
Discover how to source high-quality ceramics, textiles, glassware, and metalwork from Mexico’s artisanal markets and factories. Learn key sourcing locations, trade show markets, and tips for finding reliable suppliers.
The Downward Trend in Container Prices in China: Causes and Market Outlook
Explore the factors behind China's declining container prices, including weak cargo demand, trade uncertainties, and shifting global supply chains. Learn about freight rate trends and the market outlook for 2025.