I recall thinking back in like march that it would be 4-6 months out before we would see real impact on the economy since major manufacturers generally operate that far out. Now we’re at the point where all of the “extra” materials that could be bought ahead of tariffs has run out.
Exactly, a lot of people were pointing out that the shock would be delayed because companies tried to stock up ahead of the tariffs. Now the stocks are starting to run dry, and buying new inventory is a lot more costly.
Isn’t this just a result of the tariffs?
I recall thinking back in like march that it would be 4-6 months out before we would see real impact on the economy since major manufacturers generally operate that far out. Now we’re at the point where all of the “extra” materials that could be bought ahead of tariffs has run out.
Exactly, a lot of people were pointing out that the shock would be delayed because companies tried to stock up ahead of the tariffs. Now the stocks are starting to run dry, and buying new inventory is a lot more costly.
Correct, and the funniest part is that it is going to hit the small guys the hardest first.