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The U.S. & Canada are fighting over tariffs. How is that affecting small businesses?
NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben speaks with Mike Roach and Kim Osgood, owners of Paloma Clothing in Portland, Ore., about how the tariff fight between the U.S. and Canada is affecting their business.
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Owners Mike Roach and Kim Osgood run Paloma Clothing in Portland, Ore. They explained that the ongoing tariff dispute between the U.S. and Canada is impacting their operations. The conflict has raised costs for imported materials and disrupted supply chains, forcing the company to adjust pricing and inventory strategies. They noted that the uncertainty around tariff rates makes it difficult to plan long‑term and to secure stable shipping schedules. The pair emphasized that small businesses like theirs are particularly vulnerable to sudden changes in trade policy.
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