US retail sales rise in April as consumers rush to avoid tariff hikes
Retail sales in April showed a marked increase, with consumers advancing their purchases to avoid higher prices expected to come…
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Barbie maker to hike prices on US toys amid Trump tariffs
Mattel, the US-based toy manufacturer behind Barbie and Hot Wheels, has withdrawn its annual financial forecast for 2025, citing uncertainties…
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Trump trade stance fuels £33m rise in UK marketplace sales
A British online marketplace has reported over £33 million in UK sales in just over three months, amid signs that…
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Carter’s halts guidance amid tariff uncertainty and sees Q1 FY25 sales dip
North American apparel retailer Carter's has reported net sales decrease of 4.8% to $629.83m in the first quarter of fiscal…
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How global tariffs are affecting UK shoppers’ wallets
The UK retail market in 2025 is facing major changes, driven by a mix of pressures both at home and…
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Trump’s tariff roller coaster leaves markets baffled and confused
President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff strategy in 2025 has introduced significant volatility into global markets, leaving investors, businesses, and policymakers…
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How Chinese retailers are preparing for the Trump tariffs
As the US imposes hefty tariffs of up to 145% on Chinese imports, retailers in China are quickly adapting their…
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US retail imports to stay strong in 2025 despite trump tariffs
The US retail import sector has demonstrated consistent growth over the past two decades, with recent data showing an upward…
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US Tariffs: understanding Trump’s side of the story
As of April 2025, tariffs remain a defining feature of Donald Trump’s second term in the White House. His trade…
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The heavy toll of Trump’s trade war on America’s small retailers
In April 2025, President Donald Trump initiated a series of aggressive trade policies aimed at reducing the US trade deficit…
