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Trump's Tariffs Threaten Small Businesses with Price Hikes

4/25/2025

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President Trump's tariffs are wreaking havoc on U.S. small businesses, leaving owners like toy store operator Amy Rutherford anxious as a staggering 145% tariff on Chinese imports threatens to triple prices. Meanwhile, brewery owner Bill Butcher grapples with soaring supply costs, risking price hikes for consumers. The uncertainty leaves small businesses in a precarious position, struggling to navigate the turbulent landscape.

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President Trump's tariffs are wreaking havoc on U.S. small businesses, leaving owners like toy store operator Amy Rutherford anxious as a staggering 145% tariff on Chinese imports threatens to triple prices. Meanwhile, brewery owner Bill Butcher grapples with soaring supply costs, risking price hikes for consumers. The uncertainty leaves small businesses in a precarious position, struggling to navigate the turbulent landscape.