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De Minimis Exemption is Dead, Mapping Tariffs, Fractional CFO Defined
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Top 3

1. [READ] De Minimis Exemption is Dead For All Imports on August 29

  • The $800 de minimis tariff exemption ends August 29: 2 years ahead of schedule
  • Brands relying on international dropshipping face huge cost hikes
  • Tariffs will range from 10% to 50%, plus added compliance expenses
  • U.S.-based sellers using bulk imports and proper compliance gain an edge

2. [READ] Mapping Trump’s tariffs by trade balance and geography

Take a look at this visualized list of tariffs by country by

  • Geography
  • Trade balance
  • Rate changes from initial announcement to August

3. [READ] Fractional CFO: What It Is and How to Hire One

  • Fractional CFOs offer part-time, high-level financial leadership to businesses not ready for a full-time CFO.
  • Services include budgeting, forecasting, fundraising, compliance, and M&A support, tailored to business stage and goals.
  • Rates range from $150/hour to $10K/month; ideal for strategic support without long-term executive cost burden.

In Other News

[READ] Amazon to end FBA prep, labeling services in US

  • Amazon ends U.S. FBA prep/labeling services on Jan 1, 2026
  • Non-prepped shipments post-deadline won't be reimbursed if damaged or lost.
  • Audit SKUs now as compliance issues could delay replenishment and disrupt Q1 2026 sales.

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