Still, suppliers are working to determine how exactly the levies will affect promo. They’re also monitoring the president’s plan for “reciprocal tariffs.”
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Prisma Acquires Vivid Ink Graphics
The deal involves two distributors that specialize in both print and promotional product solutions.
Read More‘De Minimis What?’ What the Suspension of this Import Loophole Could Mean for Promo
Retailers, particularly e-commerce purveyors that ship directly from factories abroad to U.S. consumers, stand to be the most impacted, but the merch market could hit some sourcing bumps, too.
Read MoreSourcing City Report Says U.K. Promo Market Achieved Record Sales in 2024
Distributors in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland collectively increased total annual revenue to £1.232 billion – above $1.5 billion at today’s conversion rates.
Read MoreMinuteman Press Hits $630M in Annual Sales, Tops 1,000 Franchise Locations
The New York-headquartered print and promo franchising firm announced the growth as it enters its 50th year in business.
Read MoreConsumer Sues Igloo, Alleging False ‘Eco’ & ‘Made-in-USA’ Claims
Promo suppliers sell at least some of the cooler products named in the proposed class action complaint, but no industry firms are named in the suit or accused of wrongdoing.
Read MoreTrump Suspends Mexico & Canada Tariffs, But China Levies Take Effect
If the China tariffs stay in place over time, promo suppliers say price increases are likely. Meanwhile, distributors are wrestling with how, at this stage, to communicate with clients about the levies.
Read MoreFine Lessened but Man Must Still Pay Nearly $900K For Illicit Vistaprint Stock Trades
Charlie Jinan Chen was seeking a new trial in a civil enforcement case, but a judge found the ruling against the restaurateur should stand, though he halved the financial penalty.
Read MoreCounselor Top 40 Firm Overture Promotions Acquires Eco Promotional Products
The EPP team is joining Overture, which reportedly generated $130 million in 2024 revenue. Former EPP owner Michelle Sheldon is stepping down but will help ensure a smooth transition.
Read MoreRising Costs & Supply Chain Shifts: The Potential Fallout for Promo From Trump’s New Tariffs
There’s also concern the new levies will saddle end-buyers with heavier cost burdens that prevent or limit their ability to invest in branded merchandise.
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