Policy Change Impact - The US government has suspended the duty-free *de minimis* rule, potentially increasing costs for consumers on e-commerce packages valued at $800 or less [1] - Foreign post offices are suspending e-commerce package shipments to the US due to the complexity of tariff collection [6] - US manufacturers anticipate increased demand due to a leveled playing field with foreign suppliers now facing similar import costs [8] Business Strategies & Challenges - Companies may consider housing inventory in US warehouses to avoid individual tariffs on packages [5] - Smaller businesses are expected to face greater challenges navigating the tariff changes compared to larger companies with more resources [6] - Businesses are exploring options such as paying tariffs upfront or halting shipments to the US to avoid passing costs to consumers [7] Consumer Impact - Consumers should anticipate potentially higher prices and reduced choices in the short term [8] - The exact impact on consumer costs remains uncertain, as companies may choose to absorb or share the tariff expenses [3]

India’s small-scale manufacturers stand to lose tens of billions of dollars in imports to the U.S. after the Trump administration slapped a 50% tariff on the country. But what’s bad for India won’t necessarily be bad for Reliance.https://t.co/Ezp8zhFdrY ...

The US should give India time to recalibrate, rather than deepening the tariff wound with insults, writes @mihirssharma (via @opinion) https://t.co/zLFUV1r8s0 ...

They want to know who pays the tariff as a consumer and the export country. So we ask questions even if somebody Why won't I We won't do that. Why are people asking you to process false lies the fifth and 14th amendments allow for the Supreme Court has backed it many times.Shame. Shame. Shame.Felicia. ...

President Donald Trump has ended the de minimis exemption that allowed cheap goods to pass through US customs tariff-free for nearly 90 years. How will the new rules impact American shoppers? https://t.co/lYVRsb356b ...

US consumer sentiment declined to a three-month low as tariff-related concerns about the economic outlook and inflation persisted https://t.co/tXUNmPvh0R ...

Now, the US ending a tariff exemption earlier this morning for lower value packages. The closing of the so-called dimminimist loophole could disrupt supply chains for e-commerce companies, small businesses, and their customers. Megan Cassella joins us now with more from Washington.Hey, Megan. Hey guys, good morning. So, that's right.This was nearly a century old trade loophole. And while the president already closed it earlier this year for packages from China and Hong Kong, it's now eliminated for everyone ...

Tariff Loophole On Low-Value Imports Ends—Here’s How Much More You Could Pay For Online Packageshttps://t.co/jOHosiyV43 https://t.co/3vu3yjJKtR ...

US-India Trade Relations - The US imposed a 50% tariff on goods imported from India due to India's continued purchase of Russian oil [1] - This action contradicts Apple CEO's announcement of increasing iPhone manufacturing in India for the US market [1] - India is re-evaluating its relationship with China and Russia due to the US's unfriendly attitude [1] India's Geopolitical Shift - Indian Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to visit China in 2025 for the SCO summit, signaling a potential shift in relations [1] - India is deepening its strategic partnership with Russia, despite US sanctions [1] - India's actions suggest a stronger alignment with the BRICS economic alliance [1]

Five things to know ahead of today's opening bell. Shares of industrial giant Caterpillar, they are down in the pre-market. The company says that tariff related costs will be higher than previously forecast.For 2025, CAT is now expecting a tariff hit of between 1.5% and$ 1.8% billion. That's up from its guidance earlier this month of up to$ 1.5% billion. Meanwhile, shares of retailer Gap, they're under pressure.retailer that has Gap and Outer Republic Old Navy brands all saw comp sales increase, but Athleti ...