Findings from ASI Research show distributor sales declined by 3.6% and industry confidence plummeted, though there were success stories and surging interest in Made in USA.
Read MoreQ1 Industry Sales Drop Amid Tariff Concerns, Trade War Uncertainty
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California Becomes First State To Sue President Donald Trump Over Tariffs
The Golden State’s complaint makes claims similar to other recent lawsuits against the levies – namely, that the president lacks the legal authority to enact his sweeping import duties.
Read MoreTariffs Prompt Promo Suppliers To Pause China Imports, Stoking COVID-Era Supply Chain Fears
The 145% levy rates on China have companies in the merch space halting orders and shipments from that country – and worrying about inventory shortages and importing upheaval.
Read MoreEnnis Inc. Acquires Northeast Envelope
The Midlothian, TX, print firm’s acquisition, its first in nearly a year, enhances its presence in the eastern U.S.
Read MoreFormer Duty-Free ‘Low Value’ Imports From China To Be Subject to 120% Tariff Rate
The change will impact promo suppliers and distributors. Meanwhile, there was confusion in recent days regarding how the White House will apply tariffs to key electronics products.
Read MoreLibertarian Public Interest Law Firm Sues Trump Administration Over Tariffs
Bringing the suit on behalf of five businesses that claim harm from the new import duties, the Liberty Justice Center says President Trump lacks the legal authority to implement the levies.
Read MoreNC Custom Becomes Approved Co-Packer for M&M’s Products
The Counselor Top 40 supplier is growing its relationship with one of the biggest names in candy with new branded products.
Read MoreQuad Expands With Enru Acquisition & Promotes Tim Maleeny To Lead Agency Solutions
The multibillion-dollar commercial printing/marketing experience company also recently entered the promo products space.
Read MoreTrump Pauses Reciprocal Tariffs for Most Countries; Hikes Levies On China
The president said he was dropping specialized country-specific import levy rates he announced last week to a baseline 10% for at least 90 days.
Read MoreS&S Activewear Relaunches Prime Line Division
The hard goods division has a standalone website and dedicated sales and customer support teams.
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