Tariffs continue to shape global trade and business decisions in significant ways. Japan’s exports to the U.S. are beginning to slow, highlighting the early impact of rising duties. India is laying out a phased approach to its U.S. trade deal, with the first agreement expected by July. While most U.S. companies report they’ll need to […]
Nearshore News: Retail Tensions, Reverse Logistics Growth, Beauty’s Supply Chain Challenges, and Small Biz Survival Strategies
As tariffs continue to ripple through the global economy, their effects are showing up in unexpected ways — from public clashes between retailers and the White House to a surge in refurbished goods. Beauty brands are rethinking how and where they source ingredients, while small business owners face hard decisions in the face of ongoing […]
Nearshore News: EU Export Surge, U.S. Price Hikes, Postscript’s Relief Plan, and Mexico’s Growing Role in Supply Chains
From last-minute export surges to long-term supply chain shifts, businesses are adapting fast to trade volatility. EU exports to the U.S. soared nearly 60% in March as companies raced to get ahead of Trump’s pending tariffs. In the U.S., retailers like Walmart and Microsoft are already passing higher import costs to consumers. Meanwhile, Postscript is […]
Nearshore News: U.S.-China Tariffs, India’s Response, and Unilever’s bet on Mexico
The global trade landscape continues to shift under the weight of temporary relief, rising tensions, and bold bets. A 90-day U.S.-China tariff pause offers momentary breathing room for brands, slashing duties on goods and small packages, but uncertainty looms beyond August. The pause is also pressuring “China-plus-one” countries like Vietnam to secure better trade terms, […]
Nearshore Breaking News: U.S. and China Temporarily Slash Tariffs for 90 days
In a surprising move aimed at easing escalating tensions, the U.S. and China have agreed to temporarily slash tariffs for 90 days, reducing rates from as high as 145% to 30%. The decision sparked an immediate rally in global markets and offers a narrow window of relief for small businesses that have been strained under […]
Nearshore News & Tariff Updates
Last updated April 24, 2025 Uncertainty and unpredictability have been the themes since the beginning of the year. Business owners are being forced to evaluate and adjust their supply chains, and some changes we can’t go back on. Some businesses have had to close up shop for good. Many businesses are beginning to evaluate options […]