Ikea in the crosshairs as Trump adds 50% furniture tariffs

Core Points - President Trump announced new tariffs, including a 50% tariff on kitchen cabinets and upholstered furniture, effective October 1 [3][4] - The tariffs are aimed at protecting U.S. manufacturing from what Trump described as unfair foreign competition [5] Impact on Companies - Ikea, a major player in the home furnishing market, is expected to be significantly affected as only about 10% of its products are manufactured in North or South America, with 90% imported [8][9] - Ikea acknowledged that the new tariffs will impact prices for U.S. consumers, despite efforts to keep costs low through domestic sourcing and manufacturing [11] - Other publicly traded furniture companies showed mixed stock reactions, with some stocks remaining relatively flat despite the tariff news [15][16] Consumer Impact - Homeowners and renters are likely to face increased prices for furniture due to the tariffs, as companies may pass on the costs to consumers [12][14] - Companies are expected to first seek price concessions from suppliers before raising prices for consumers [13]