Donald Trump’s tariffs unravel US supply chains at China’s export showcase

Chicago manufacturer Freedman Seating, whose founder exhibited at the 1893 World's Fair, reels from tariffs

Sweeping tariffs ordered by President Donald Trump are wreaking havoc on Chicago manufacturer Freedman Seating Co., whose experience illustrates threats to other U.S. factories and the broader economy.“I’ve never seen a supply shock like this in my working lifetime,” said Craig Freedman, CEO of the fourth-generation family business. “We are scrambling and running around doing everything we can to keep our supply chain rolling in.”Freedman Seatin…

In China’s ‘Christmas Town,’ Trump’s tariffs are dimming the lights

Your Christmas decorations probably come from this one Chinese city. But anxiety is high, with vendors on the front lines of the US-China trade war.

Donald Trump’s tariffs unravel US supply chains at China’s export showcase

Buyers and sellers at Canton trade fair scramble to find ways to evade levies as goods pile up in warehouses

Tariff Week, Part 5 - The Supply Chain and Compliance in the Age of Trump Tariffs - Compliance Podcast Network

We conclude our 5-part series on the macroeconomic implications of President Trump’s recent tariff hikes and suspensions. Business leaders and compliance professionals are grappling with navigating this unprecedented landscape, and understanding the nuances of this evolving situation is crucial for corporate strategy and compliance preparedness. For today’s concluding Part 5, we consider how compliance can support your company’s supply chain in …

Donald Trump’s tariffs unravel US supply chains at China’s export showcase – Sky News: The Latest News from the World

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. US business executive Kinu Kelly came to the 137th China Import and Export Fair in Guangzhou this week with one goal: to find Chinese suppliers who could make the goods she needs outside the country. […]