As escalating tariffs reshape global trade, small and midsize businesses are facing mounting challenges. In a recent Washington Post article, Alison Layfield, Director of Product Development at ePost Global, highlighted the difficulties smaller companies face when trying to adjust to shifting trade policies: “Operating on slim margins, these firms often lack the cash flow to quickly pivot their production or supply chain like their large chain and brand competitors can,” Layfield explains. Many small businesses rely on China’s manufacturing expertise and cost efficiency, making relocation impractical—even as tariffs increase their costs. With tariff hikes and the potential removal of the de minimis import exemption, businesses are scrambling for solutions, from renegotiating supplier agreements to reconsidering pricing strategies. Read more about how these trade changes are impacting small businesses in the full article on The Washington Post.
