The Gildfitter

North Carolina’s local makers are under pressure. From Black Mountain to Beaufort, artisans, retailers, and craftspeople are doing more with less; facing higher supply costs, smaller margins, and s ... Read More

Tariffs are tightening the squeeze on small businesses in Texas. For retailers in sporting goods, toys, and home goods, the pressure is building fast. In 2023, Texas imported $92 billion worth of g ... Read More

The Liberation Day tariffs are reshaping the retail landscape—and for California retailers, the impact is immediate. Rising import costs, shipment delays, and shrinking margins are hitting business ... Read More

The Liberation Day tariffs are here and for U.S. small businesses, the impact is immediate and personal. Rising household costs and skyrocketing business expenses are squeezing margins from both si ... Read More