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Walmart Resumes Sourcing from China Amid Inventory Crisis

5/4/2025

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Walmart is restarting sourcing from select Chinese suppliers to address inventory pressures and avoid price increases.
Suppliers have been notified to prepare for raw material procurement, indicating a partial resumption of sourcing.
US retailers struggle to find alternatives to Chinese manufacturers, affecting consumers and small businesses.
The US Chamber of Commerce calls for tariff relief to protect small businesses and jobs.

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Story summary

Walmart is restarting sourcing from select Chinese suppliers to address inventory pressures and avoid price increases.
Suppliers have been notified to prepare for raw material procurement, indicating a partial resumption of sourcing.
US retailers struggle to find alternatives to Chinese manufacturers, affecting consumers and small businesses.
The US Chamber of Commerce calls for tariff relief to protect small businesses and jobs.