The new normal: shopping through glass and cages. Walk into any big-box home improvement store today and you'll be confronted with locked cabinets long before you meet a salesperson. Power tools sit behind cages; tools, electrical fixtures and even plumbing fittings are held away from the ordinary consumer under lock and key.
The history of tariffs in the United States is a complex tale intertwined with the country’s economic development, politics and international relations. Immediately after the Constitution was ratified, the first U.S. Congress passed the Tariff Act of 1789. Its primary purpose was to generate revenue for the new government and pay off war debts, but it also aimed to protect young U.S. industries from foreign competition.
In 2025, businesses across the United States and around the world will grapple with unprecedented disruption. Economic uncertainty, compounded by constant technological advancements and ever-evolving consumer preferences, is compelling industry leaders to rethink traditional business strategies.
