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How Tariffs Could Impact Black Friday and the Rest of the Holiday Season
October 30, 2025 | Family Handyman Pawan says that holiday decoration prices will continue to rise due to tariffs, since many are made in China.
Just When You Think It’s Safe to Get Behind the Wheel, Tariffs Strike Again
October 31, 2025 | Supply Chain Brain John highlights how automakers are reaching a breaking point after absorbing tariff costs, warning that rising import duties and new trade conflicts are pushing the industry toward higher prices, tighter margins and a potential ripple effect across the broader economy.
Coffee, burgers, and burritos are getting pricier as restaurants pass rising costs on to diners
October 13, 2025 | Yahoo! Finance John’s insights are newly relevant as Fed Chair Jerome Powell confirmed tariffs have pushed inflation to 2.9%, reigniting concerns over rising consumer costs. John’s point about how tariffs disrupt supply chains and drive higher prices now highlights why restaurants and other industries are again feeling the squeeze.
August Truck Freight Tonnage Highest Since December 2023
September 24, 2025 | Transport Topics John highlights that rising tariffs and economic uncertainty are creating structural risks, putting pressure on consumers and raising concerns for retailers as peak shipping season approaches.
Impact Of Interest-Rate Cut Could Be Minimal Amid Current Chaos
September 22, 2025 | Institute for Supply Management John emphasizes in the piece that companies are frozen by uncertainty from tariffs, inflation, and a weakening job market, making them hesitant to hire or invest despite lower interest rates.
Candy prices creeping higher this Halloween
September 22, 2025 | 10 WJAR Halloween candy prices are rising. Pawan Joshi breaks down why. While many assume that tariffs are the only factor, it's important to understand that climate change is also affecting crops.
US Fed expects soft landing with only 1 rate cut in 2026
September 18, 2025 | S&P Global John highlights that the Fed’s cautious approach to rate cuts reflects the unprecedented uncertainty created by today’s mix of tariffs, labor market shifts, and inflation pressures.
Importers adjust shipping strategies after US ends low-value tariff waiver
September 17, 2025 | S&P Global John notes the end of the de minimis tariff exemption disproportionately affects small exporters, raising costs for them and consumers, potentially reducing market access and consumer choice.
Your Halloween candy might cost a bit more this year
September 15, 2025 | ConsumerAffairs Your favorite Halloween candy is going to be more expensive this year. Learn why prices are going up and how consumers can save.
Shoppers met with canceled orders, delays as de minimis exemption ends
August 30, 2025 | Yahoo! news John highlights that ending the de minimis rule will challenge smaller businesses with added customs processes and could limit access to unique products, ultimately reshaping consumer choices.
The 50% Tariff on Steel and Aluminum: What it Means for Costs, Supply Chains and Supplier Strategy
August 21, 2025 | Supply & Demand Chain Executive John Lash highlights that escalating steel and aluminum tariffs ultimately raise costs across the board, lowering competitiveness and creating greater risk for businesses and consumers.
Trump’s ‘Reciprocal’ Tariffs Have Arrived. What Do Supply Chain Experts Expect Next?
August 12, 2025 | Industry Week John Lash highlights that the administration is using tariffs as a strategic tool to pressure foreign nations, pushing trade boundaries beyond prior administrations, and driving up costs for U.S. businesses and consumers.
Investing in 2026: What Tariffs and Inflation Could Mean for Your Money Next Year
July 28, 2025 | GOBankingRates Across-the board tariffs will hurt everyone. That's the hard reality of tariffs, a tax paid by consumers.
Preparing for 2027: How to Handle the End of De Minimis
July 24, 2025 | SupplyChain247 John Lash explains how the end of the de minimis rule could impact importers, sourcing strategies, and compliance risks.
Geopolitical Chaos Continues to Roil Trucking Industry
July 10, 2025 | Transport Topics
John highlights the uncertainty caused by shifting trade policies and tariffs, noting how it makes long-term planning difficult for businesses.
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