The Modern Retail Podcast Rundown: 'Liberation Day' brings a week of tariffs chaos, a TikTok check-in, and LesserEvil sells to Hershey
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Apr 5, 2025 This week, the podcast dives into the chaos unleashed by new tariffs dubbed 'Liberation Day,' with major retail companies feeling the pinch. The hosts discuss the uncertainty surrounding TikTok's future and the battle among brands vying for its acquisition. The conversation also covers Hershey's bold $750 million move to buy the healthier popcorn brand LesserEvil. Listeners will get insights into the shifting landscape of food and beverage M&A and the impact of strategic acquisitions on innovation in the industry.
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Retail News Roundup
- The hosts discuss the recent "Liberation Day" tariffs and their impact on retail.
- They also touch upon TikTok's potential sale and Hershey's acquisition of LesserEvil.
Tariff Chaos
- The Trump administration's new tariffs are causing chaos in the retail industry.
- The tariffs are unexpectedly broad and based on a confusing formula.
Navigating Tariffs
- Don't play the "tariff game" by constantly shifting manufacturing locations.
- Focus on finding the best materials and manufacturing partners, regardless of location.