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U.S. China Trade War: Chaos for Christmas

China war tariffs disrupt supply chains, threatening holiday sales as brands face delays, uncertainty, and scramble for pricing workarounds.
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Retail Employee Safety and Organized Retail Crime

Retail crime and violence are rising in 2024, leaving employees unsafe and unsupported, with few crimes prosecuted and little incentive to report.
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Short-Term Retail Fixes for Tariffs

Retailers brace for a volatile tariff-driven economy with short-term tactics, creative sourcing, and survival-focused inventory strategies.
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Levi’s and Collateral Tariff Impact

Levi’s faces tariff pressures and global backlash, risking international sales and increasing reliance on U.S. consumers for growth.
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pfas

PFAS Are High Risk for Retail

Retailers must act on PFAS risks as regulations tighten, lawsuits rise, and demand grows for safer, PFAS-free products across all categories.
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microplastics

The Fast Food Microplastics Crisis

Fast food is contaminated with microplastics and phthalates, posing health risks and drawing concern from scientists, consumers, and regulators.
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The Flaw in China Tariffs

China tariffs backfire by raising global costs, disrupting trade, and hurting U.S. businesses due to China's deep role in global supply chains.
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What Can Retailers Do About Trump’s Tariffs?

Trump’s tariffs spark retail chaos with rising prices, supply issues, and recession fears, pushing retailers to push back against the economic fallout.
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