De minimus expires, halting US shipments
As the de minimis import exemption expires, US consumers will see shipments halted and significant cost increases on international orders.
One of North Carolina's top five cash crops becomes the center of attention in a battle over tariffs between Trump and China.
More than $600 million in tariff-related losses is predicted by a major farm equipment manufacturer.
The Trump administration has until Oct 14 to appeal the ruling to the US Supreme Court.
China is the second largest buyer of NC soybeans, at $16.9 million.
After months of deadlines being pushed back, tariffs are set to go into effect for multiple countries, and NC businesses are bracing for the impact.
In a new trade deal, Indonesia will pay a 19% tariff on US imports.
The US has reached a trade pact with the Philippines, imposing a 19% import tariff.
General Motors suffers a 35% decline in net income due to tariff costs, according to second-quarter reports,.
While imports to North Carolina have increased by 40% overall since May, industries with tariffs already enacted show a clear decrease in imports.
“We strongly encourage industry members to take advantage of these opportunities when they align with their business goals. Mexico." — Steve Troxler, commissioner of NCDA&CS.
The most significant changes were observed in imports of natural pearls, precious stones, metals, and coins, which experienced a staggering increase of 2,727% — from $77.2 million to $2.2 billion year-to-date.