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Businesses' inventory levels are lean again. Tariffs could change that.

by Justin Ho

Dec 25, 2024

Trump trade proposals may spur early purchasing, considering that companies know consumers will balk at escalating surcharges on imported goods.

The last time businesses stocked up on inventory, warehousing was cheaper and interest rates were lower. Now, higher costs could make buying extra product too expensive for some retailers.

Gary Friedman/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images

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