US EditionSwiss watch exports to US soared ahead of Trump tariffs
- Swiss watch exports to the United States increased 13.7 percent in March, compared to the previous year.
- Retailers increased stocking before US President Donald Trump announced potential tariffs, driving the export surge.
- The watchmakers' federation reported that exports rebounded after a 6.7 percent drop the previous month.
- Analyst Jon Cox stated, "US exports probably reflect Swiss producers pushing product ahead of US tariffs."
- Overall exports edged up 1.5 percent to 2.38 billion francs, equal to $2.9 billion, however analysts warn of a slowdown.
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Swiss watch exports to US soared ahead of Trump tariffs
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