Uncover the complexities, challenges, and creative solutions shaping our ever-evolving global landscape. From extended tax truces to fresh sanctions threats, and from payment delays to pioneering sustainability initiatives, prepare to be captivated by the dynamic narratives that lie within. US and European Countries Extend Truce on Digital Taxes Until Mid-2024 The United States and five…
The rapid growth of the solar industry in the United States has paved the way for new opportunities, not only domestically but also in international markets. However, as the US solar boom opens a $2 billion Indian door for imports, a new predicament emerges. A closer look reveals that some of these products originate from…
In the competitive world of global automotive trade, China has come tantalizingly close to dethroning Japan as the world’s largest car exporter. While it fell just shy of achieving this goal in 2023, China’s impressive growth highlights its emergence as a major player in the automotive industry. In this blog, we will explore the factors…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently released an updated economic outlook, signaling a positive development for the global economy. The report forecasts a soft landing and an uplifted growth outlook for 2024. This upgrade comes alongside improved prospects for the two largest economies, the United States and China, citing a faster-than-expected easing of inflation as…
Maybe you already have one. Or ten. Perhaps you command them with a steady voice – “Alexa?” “Hey, Google!” – or you could be old school and just reach out and actually turn something on or off by hand. Whichever is your style, smart plugs and bulbs have invaded our homes, and they won’t be going away. iHome SmartPlugs plug into an…
Step One: Know Your HTS Subheading Every product subject to a proposed or ongoing Section 301 tariff action is identified by an 8-digit or 10-digit HTS Subheading. This search engine allows you to search by an 8-digit HTS Subheading to obtain information about a proposed or ongoing Section 301 tariff action. If you do not…
The Coronavirus pandemic has affected pretty much every aspect of life in the United States. We can now add trade policy to the list. As part of the Federal government’s efforts to address the spread and treatment of COVID-19, the Trade Representative’s office is considering exclusion of medical care products from the Section 301 tariffs on imports from…
The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a state’s body. Vested with the power and authority to issue custom legal rulings. It also deals with other legal decisions that relate to the importation of merchandise. The rulings enable the international trade community to understand how the CPB will treat a prospective carrier transaction or import….
Early morning wake up call, Brooks running shoes laced up, and hundreds, if not thousands (depending on your location) of running fanatics, donning colorful tutus and silly turkey outfits, all lined up for yet another 5K Turkey Trot. Meanwhile the kitchen is humming with activity as the non-running crowd begins preparations for the day’s feast….
Never is your supply chain as important as when you no longer have access to it. Even the smallest business realizes the impact of losing just one step of the chain. One weakness in a link can often mean a breakdown of the entire chain. These disruptions and delays can have a massive impact, potentially…
The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a state’s body. Vested with the power and authority to issue custom legal rulings. It also deals with other legal decisions that relate to the importation of merchandizes. The rulings enable the international trade community to understand how the CPB will treat a prospective carrier transaction or import….
Even as the US President Donald Trump’s trade war with China ramps up, some manufacturers and retailers are not moving their factories out of China. Instead, some are taking advantage of a little-known tax law called the “first sale rule” that allows companies to significantly undercut how much they pay in tariffs. Other e-commerce players are…
