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With tariffs on Chinese goods soaring to 145%, the CEO of Dragon Glassware, Matt Rollens, has expressed grave concerns about the future of his small business. He described the current situation as "treading water" at best, with the potential for closure looming on the horizon. The drastic increase in tariffs has significantly impacted the cost of importing materials, leading to mounting financial pressures that threaten the viability of his operations.
Rollens emphasized that the situation is akin to a "doomsday scenario" for many small businesses reliant on Chinese imports. He highlighted that the burden of these tariffs is not just a temporary setback but could lead to long-term consequences, including layoffs and a reduction in product availability. As the economic landscape continues to shift, small business owners like Rollens are left grappling with uncertainty, making it increasingly difficult to sustain their enterprises in a challenging market.
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