A sweeping U.S.–EU trade deal cements a 15% baseline tariff on European goods while unlocking zero-duty access for critical sectors. As Washington and Beijing meet to avoid a tariff spike ahead of the August 12 deadline, American fashion brands like Vince are adapting to delays and turning trade volatility into operational shifts—reshaping how and when […]
With just days until August 1 tariff deadline, global trade policy is moving at breakneck speed. A sweeping new deal with Japan, escalating tensions with the EU, and billion-dollar hits to major U.S. manufacturers like GM all reflect the growing consequences of the trade strategy. While some countries are cutting last-minute deals, others are preparing […]
In the span of a few days we’ve seen President Trump threaten steeper tariffs, an automaker bleed billions, retailers scramble to salvage the holiday season, and robots quietly increase its head-count on factory floors. The stories below trace how those forces collide, and what they might mean for prices, jobs, and the pace of innovation […]
A sweeping 30% tariff on goods from the European Union and Mexico marks another sharp turn in U.S. trade policy, sending fashion brands—and entire industries—into planning chaos. While the EU delays retaliation and Mexico races to negotiate, companies like Levi Strauss are already adjusting holiday strategies. For fashion leaders navigating volatile sourcing costs, the stakes […]
With the July 9 deadline approaching, the U.S. is racing to close last-minute trade deals—while offering some partners a brief extension. Europe scrambles for a limited agreement to avoid steep tariffs, and Trump escalates rhetoric with a warning to BRICS-aligned nations. Meanwhile, Mexican manufacturers are reconfiguring supply chains in response to rising U.S. trade pressure […]
