👕 Can Tariffs Rebuild American Fashion Manufacturing?

🗃️ What’s Shaping the Shelves?

DHgate’s app, known as “MyyShop,” has climbed the U.S. App Store rankings. The rise comes as U.S. consumers search for lower-cost alternatives following new tariffs on Chinese imports. As prices on many goods increase, shoppers are turning to international platforms to find bargains—reshaping the way cross-border commerce plays out in real time. Read more.

🧙 Retail Masterclass - Can Tariffs Rebuild American Fashion Manufacturing?

This episode explores how trade policies are affecting the U.S. apparel sector and whether “Made in USA” can gain momentum. Key takeaways: reshoring requires more than tariffs—it needs strong supply chains, skilled labor, and competitive pricing to become viable long-term.

💡 An Everyday Market Hack

Let customers take select products home for a short trial before purchase. It builds trust, reduces returns, and adds a service layer to the experience. Ideal for wearables, electronics, or home goods.

🧐 Shopper Insights

U.S. seafood sales spiked in March, driven by stockpiling before tariffs and seasonal demand during Lent. The increase shows how consumer behavior shifts quickly in response to economic and cultural triggers. Retailers can learn from this to better plan for demand spikes tied to external events.

Retail Innovation

🏷️ Featured Brand - Genesis

Luxury car brand Genesis now operates 68 standalone retail facilities across the U.S. These branded spaces offer a premium, personalized buying experience. It’s part of a broader shift where auto companies are building physical showrooms to deepen customer engagement and brand identity.

🌱 Eco Trends

Retailers are switching to recyclable materials and modular fixtures to lower waste and appeal to eco-conscious shoppers. From cardboard POP displays to reusable signage, sustainable merchandising practices are becoming part of the retail playbook. It’s not just about aesthetics—it’s smart cost management and brand alignment.

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