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The 2025 US tariff updates starting in August are the most sweeping U.S. trade-policy shift in decades. Country-specific duties now apply to over 70 partners and core commodities, from copper and steel to agricultural inputs, raising the average U.S. tariff to…
Tariffs are set to increase as high as 40% by August 1, squeezing margins, but you still have time to take action. The U.S. trade landscape just shifted again, and if you’re importing from Southeast Asia, Eastern Europe, and other…
The U.S.–Vietnam tariff agreement announced this week may appear to be a diplomatic win, but for importers, exporters, and compliance professionals, it introduces new risks and regulatory ambiguity. With tariff enforcement looming and legal challenges still pending, businesses need more than…
Following high-level trade talks in London from June 9–11, 2025, U.S. and Chinese officials have tentatively agreed to maintain current tariff structures while easing specific non-tariff measures. The parties reportedly agreed to continue operating under the Geneva framework, which includes ongoing…
The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled on May 28, 2025, invalidating the so-called “Liberation Day” tariffs imposed by President Trump. That decision was put on pause on May 29, 2025, while the appeals court considers the administration’s appeal. If you’re an…
On May 12, 2025, the United States and China announced a significant de-escalation in trade tensions. The two countries agreed to a 90-day period of tariff reductions that begins on May 14, 2025 and will last through August 11, 2025.…
In May 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released a new fact sheet outlining sweeping tariff increases under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and Section 232 (national security-based tariffs). For small and mid-sized businesses that rely on…
Express Trade Capital’s feature in California Apparel News, February 2023 edition. Mark Bienstock weights in on 2023 climate for manufacturers, retailers and consumers. ”As a result of a difficult 2022 holiday-sales environment, apparel importers and manufacturers are facing dual issues going into 2023.…
The anticipated VQIP application opens as of January 1st, 2023. According to fda.gov, buyers and wholesalers will benefit from this program. The full announcement reads as follows: “Participating importers will be able to import their products to the U.S. with…