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The trade war’s impact has not been uniform across all sectors. Interviews with various business owners revealed a segmentation of experiences:
High-Margin Producers: Some companies that manufacture low-cost items like custom toys have reported an unyielding demand, even in the face of increased tariffs. Their price elasticity allows them to sustain operations despite escalating costs.
Mid-Margin Producers: Companies dealing with mid-margin products face intense negotiations with clients as they work to share the burden of additional costs. As tariffs rise beyond 100%, many have simply ceased discussions altogether.