Tag: United States
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Author: Maria Pechurina, Director of International Trade @ Peacock Tariff Consulting The current state of international trade between the U.S. and China is marked by ongoing negotiations, product and company-specific investigations, tariff impositions and attempts to secure mutual concessions. The arrangements are ever-evolving and the legal challenges like the IEEPA lawsuit create additional complexity. We aim to…
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Trump’s 100% Pharma Tariff + New Duties on Furniture & Trucks: What Importers Must Know Before Oct 1
In a late-night series of posts on September 25, 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled a sweeping set of new tariffs that extend far beyond the traditional battlegrounds of steel and aluminum. The announcements targeted kitchen cabinets, upholstered furniture, heavy trucks, and most dramatically branded pharmaceuticals. The measures, set to take effect October 1, mark one…
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Tariffs on Coffee Are Fueling the Rise of the Energy Drink Market America’s deep-rooted caffeine obsession is facing unprecedented challenges as sweeping tariffs on coffee imports lead to price increases and market disruption. Now, the beginning of each day with a sweet, fragrant cup of coffee brings with it a bitter reminder – the prices…
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Author: Maria Pechurina, Director of International Trade @ Peacock Tariff Consulting Status Quo: US-India Deeply Intertwined & Complex Trade Relationship Before the recent tariff escalations, the U.S. and India shared a robust and growing bilateral trade relationship. In 2024, total trade reached approximately $212.3 billion, an 8.3% increase from the previous year, signifying a good…
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Diplomacy in the Age of Deals In an era where diplomacy is increasingly conducted through boardrooms and investment portfolios, South Korea has emerged as one of the United States’ most proactive and strategic partners. From aerospace to automotive, shipbuilding to semiconductors, Korean conglomerates are pouring billions into American soil not just to expand their global…
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A Global Power Shift in Motion The year 2025 marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of global commerce. The United States, once the undisputed leader in international trade, has triggered a dramatic reordering of supply chains by imposing sweeping tariffs on Chinese imports. The elimination of the de minimis exemption previously allowing goods under…
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The NFL is often seen as a fortress of American culture unshaken by global politics, insulated from international economics. But in today’s interconnected world, even the gridiron isn’t immune to the tremors of trade wars. Tariffs, once thought to be the concern of economists and diplomats, are now quietly influencing everything from the price of…
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The Price of a Peaceful Morning For many Americans, mornings are more than just a time of day they’re a ritual. Whether it’s the quiet hum of a coffee maker, the sizzle of bacon in a pan, or the comfort of a warm bowl of oatmeal, breakfast is the anchor that sets the tone for…
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In 2025, small businesses and corporations across the United States are grappling with a new financial reality: accounting services are becoming significantly more expensive. According to the latest U.S. Accounting and Tax Pricing Benchmark report, over 57% of firms plan to raise fees across all services, with many targeting 5–10% increases. While inflation and labor…
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In a landscape of tightening margins and mounting operational complexities, America’s freight carriers are grappling with five simultaneous disruptors. Across the United States, collisions between trucks and low-clearance bridges continue to sap productivity and spike repair bills. At the southern border, record-high device inspections are introducing unpredictable hold times. Federal threats to withhold millions in…