U.S. Exports Surpass Expectations, Boosting Market Sentiment

July exports $280.5 billion benefitting manufacturing

Trump Prepares to Start North American Trade Deal Renegotiation

Consultations must start by Oct 4.  In scope war on drugs, US content  and security.

Trump signs executive order implementing trade deal with Japan, White House says

Japan explores Alaskan LNG purchases as part of $7 billion energy deal, US-Japan statement shows

Trump’s Tariffs Leave US Business Tied Up in Costly Red Tape

Japan Risks Tariffs Hike If It Shuns Trump Investment Picks

Implementing The United States–Japan Agreement – The White House

The agreement places a ceiling on tariffs at 15%  The agreement is retroactive to August 7.  Importers should review their activities in August. 

(1) Why the UK must urgently scrap its de minimis limit | LinkedIn

Chinese sellers are now flooding the UK market with low value goods 

SBA Launches First-Ever Loan Program Dedicated to American Manufacturers | U.S. Small Business Administration

Effective Date October 1, 2025   SMBs should explore if this is available for their business

Ecommerce after De Minimis Tariff Exemption - Practical Ecommerce

Cross border sellers used the US exemption while American exporters faced duties, VAT, compliance and broker costs in foreign markets for lower value goods