Welcome to this weeks Sourcing Spotlight. Being back from China and it seems like trade negotiations are at a record high this week. My plan was to come with you with strategies to help you following my trip to China last week. However, I have a feeling next week will be a blast of new trade deals that could shift our strategies. So this week we are breaking down current negotiations that are taking pace, which could affect our overall outcome. So lets get started!
UK–USA Trade Deal Sparks Global Scramble and It’s Bigger Than You Think
The UK–USA trade deal just landed and it’s not just about lower tariffs and more beef. It’s a bold strategic play, timed perfectly ahead of U.S.–China talks and already sparking a domino effect across global trade. With India, Japan, and Vietnam now racing to cut their own deals, and over 100 countries knocking on Washington’s door, this isn’t just another bilateral agreement, it’s a clear signal that the trade game is shifting fast. So, what’s really behind the timing, and what does it mean for small businesses trying to stay ahead?
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India Just Cut a 150% Whisky Tariff, and That’s Just the Beginning
The UK–India trade deal isn’t just another diplomatic handshake, it’s a seismic shift that opens one of the world’s fastest-growing markets to British businesses of all sizes. From slashed tariffs on Scotch and cars to digital trade boosts and SME-friendly border changes, this agreement rewrites the playbook. But the real story? How small businesses can actually use this to pivot, profit, and go global. Here’s what you need to know and what to do next. Click here to find out.
New Senate Bill Could Offer Tariff Relief to Struggling Small Businesses
Small businesses across the U.S. are sounding the alarm as tariff-related costs mount, inventory dries up, and margins vanish. Now, a new Senate bill “the Small Business Liberation Act” aims to give these companies a critical lifeline by exempting them from import duties tied to Trump-era trade policies. But with Washington divided and trade tensions still high, will this legislation gain real traction? Here's what it could mean for your business, and why the outcome matters more than ever. Click here for more.
💡 Top Sourcing Tip of the Week:
Never rely on one factory, one country, or one handshake.
Build a network, not just a supplier list. Whether you're scaling or just starting, diversification, by geography, material, and production method. It is the smartest insurance policy you can have in this climate. Because when things go sideways (and they often do), your backup plan shouldn’t be a panic, it should already be in motion.
And that’s a wrap for this weeks newsletter….
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