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How US tariffs are reshaping the advertising industry in 2025

Advertising budgets under pressure: The real cost of US tariffs.

Although US tariffs are not levied directly on services such as advertising, their impact is felt profoundly across the advertising ecosystem. This is primarily due to the pressure placed on advertisers themselves—companies that now face increased costs, disrupted supply chains, and economic uncertainty. In this climate, the advertising industry must …

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Quality vs quantity traffic: From clicks to conversions

Quality vs quantity traffic: Beyond the click.

Online advertising, businesses are often drawn to impressive numbers. Millions of page views or a high click-through rate may seem like clear indicators of success. However, seasoned marketers and savvy digital strategists understand a crucial truth: when it comes to online advertising, quality of internet traffic far outweighs quantity. While …

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The US tariffs impact on advertising industry in 2025

US tariffs impact on advertising industry: From supply chains to budgets.

The global advertising industry, valued at over $1 trillion in 2025, faces unprecedented challenges as US tariffs reshape trade dynamics, supply chains, and consumer behaviour. While tariffs primarily target imported goods, their ripple effects have permeated advertising budgets, strategies, and operational frameworks. This article explores how tariffs are reshaping the …

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The history of May Day: From ancient rituals to global solidarity

May Day vs June 19: The dual legacy of labour rights in Trinidad and Tobago.

May Day’s origins stretch back millennia, rooted in pre-Christian European festivals celebrating the arrival of spring. The Gaelic festival of Beltane, observed on May 1, marked the beginning of the pastoral summer with bonfires, flower garlands, and rituals to promote fertility. Similarly, the Romans honoured Flora, goddess of flowers, during …

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Echoes of 1989 Tiananmen Square: How China navigates economic headwinds and youth unemployment

Echoes of 1989: How soaring youth unemployment and trade wars haunt Beijing.

China stands at a complex juncture. Decades of rapid economic expansion have lifted hundreds of millions out of poverty, but the growth model that powered this transformation is showing signs of strain. Compounding these domestic challenges are intensifying external pressures, most notably the imposition and potential expansion of US trade …

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India joins the China trade war: A strategic US alliance to reshape global trade

India joins the China trade war: From rivalry to realignment.

As the geopolitical chessboard continues to shift, a significant development has emerged in international trade. India has stepped up to align more closely with the United States, forming a strategic partnership aimed at curbing China’s economic overreach. This development, grounded in both economic necessity and political foresight, marks a new …

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Vietnam’s tariff clampdown: Ending the trans-shipping lifeline of Chinese manufacturers

Why Vietnam is clamping down on Chinese goods and trans-shipping loopholes.

Vietnam, once a silent facilitator of Chinese trans-shipped goods, is taking a decisive turn. In response to escalating global scrutiny, particularly from the United States. Vietnam has implemented strict tariffs and regulatory measures targeting Chinese goods disguised under false origins. This shift marks a significant geopolitical and economic realignment in …

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Massive tariff shock: US imposes up to 3,521% tariffs on Chinese solar panels via Southeast Asia

US tariffs on Chinese solar panels: From green to red.

The global solar industry has just witnessed a seismic shift. On April 21, 2025, the United States formally announced a series of new anti-dumping and countervailing duties on solar panel imports, with tariff rates soaring as high as 3,521%. These measures are aimed squarely at Chinese-manufactured solar products that are …

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