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Namrata Sen

Trump Tariff Fears Spark Early Holiday Shipping Rush From China As Retailers Scramble For Inventory: Report

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In a bid to secure inventories for the upcoming holiday season, U.S. retailers are expediting their orders from China. This move comes in light of the potential tariff hikes expected later this year, as per shipping executives.

Retailers are advancing their orders by four to six weeks to gear up for Black Friday and Christmas sales amid the uncertainty that ensued following U.S. President Donald Trump‘s recent visit to China, Reuters reported on Tuesday.

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