Shifts in Supply Chains
Companies may relocate production to avoid tariffs. For example, instead of manufacturing in China and exporting to the U.S., a company might open a factory in Mexico or Vietnam.
---Long-Term Global Effects
Inflation: Higher import costs can cause price rises across the economy.
Slower Growth: As trade slows and businesses face higher costs, economies may grow more slowly or even slide into recession.
Reduced Investment: Businesses delay or cancel expansion due to uncertainty.