Forget the noise—this episode breaks down what rising tariffs really mean for businesses navigating an already volatile economy. We dive into:

- The current tariff map: U.S.–China at 25%, EU tensions, Canada's retaliation, and what’s next

- Major policy changes: De Minimis reform, steel and aluminum tariffs, automotive tariffs

- Immediate impacts: price hikes, supply chain disruption, and margin pressure

- Strategic pivots: supply chain relocation (Vietnam, Malaysia), reshoring initiatives, and tariff engineering

- E-commerce fallout: why fast fashion and DTC brands are feeling the heat

- Financial strategies for managing tariff risks: inventory management, financing options, and HTS code accuracy

- Long-term shifts: domestic manufacturing trends, FTZ (Foreign Trade Zone) strategies, and reshaped global supply networks

- Why agility, diversification, and proactive planning are non-negotiable now

Whether you’re a distributor, a direct-to-consumer brand, a small business owner, or a supply chain exec, this episode delivers actionable insight to help you survive—and thrive—through this next wave of global trade realignment.

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