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Distressed retail and CPG companies in tariff crosshairs

President-elect Trump's promise to raise tariffs would hurt apparel and durable goods manufacturers and retailers, in particular, says Bea Chiem, retail director at S&P Global Ratings.
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RapidRatings at SAP Spend Connect Live 2024: A Recap

Last week, I represented RapidRatings at SAP Spend Connect Live 2024, a premier event that brings together procurement leaders around the globe to discuss the latest-and-greatest in supply chain management.
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The East Coast Port Strike and the Impact on Suppliers

While consumers will undoubtedly feel the pain, the most significant repercussions will be felt upstream by suppliers, who are already operating on thin margins due to rising costs and high interest rates.
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Union opposition to U.S. Steel sale reflects years of bad relations

Mistrust between the United Steelworkers union chief and the CEO of U.S. Steel has overshadowed the troubled deal with Nippon Steel.
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Tupperware files for bankruptcy as its colorful containers lose relevance

Sept 18 (Reuters) - Tupperware Brands (TUP.N), opens new tab filed for bankruptcy protection in Delaware late on Tuesday, succumbing to mounting losses due to poor demand for its once popular colorful food storage containers.
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