Marketplace Across regions and sectors, inflation zigs and zags
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Aug 12, 2025 Inflation rates are not as straightforward as they seem, varying significantly by region and product category. Discover why San Diego faces higher prices than Dallas and how specific industries are impacted. The rise in long-term unemployment and the challenges businesses face with clarity on tariffs add to the economic complexity. A conversation with the CEO of the largest Black-owned construction firm unveils the historical significance and resilience of Black builders in America, highlighting their contributions to iconic projects.
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Regional Inflation Diverges
- Inflation varies widely across U.S. metro areas largely because housing and local labor costs differ.
- Regional shocks like tariffs and immigration-driven labor changes cause temporary spikes that later diffuse nationally.
Tariffs And Local Labor Shape Prices
- Tariff exposure and proximity to import gateways change local price pressures, especially on the West Coast.
- Local labor composition and immigration enforcement also shift service prices in specific metros.
Pause Or Diversify During Tariff Uncertainty
- Small importers should avoid ordering blind while tariff policy is uncertain and diversify markets.
- Shift sales to regions with stable trade rules or pause new U.S. inventory until clarity arrives.
