Trade Shifts and Tariffs KEEPING YOUR SMALL BUSINESS PROFITABLE
Tariffs are shifting again, and this time, small businesses might feel the pinch first. If your company brings in parts or materials from abroad, you’ve probably noticed costs creeping up — and if you haven’t, you will soon. A Quick Look at the Changes Recent trade policy updates have raised taxes on many imported goods. Metals, electronics components, and other essentials now cost more to cross the border. For businesses that rely on steady supplies, that adds pressure. Unlike bigger companies, smaller teams often don’t have room to negotiate major price breaks or absorb the increase without making cuts elsewhere. In some cases, finding new sources becomes necessary. However, switching suppliers midstream can mean slower deliveries or changes in quality. If your costs increase, you’re left with a choice: raise prices or take the hit. Neither is ideal. Customers may hesitate if pricing shifts
too fast, but absorbing the extra cost will quietly drain margins over time. Ways to Soften the impact This isn’t a problem with one solution, but there are ways to make the pressure more manageable. Look into whether other suppliers — local or outside the affected countries — might offer the same materials. If you’ve been working with the same vendor for a while, now might be a good time to discuss rates or long-term plans. It’s also worth looking inward. Some businesses have been able to soften the blow by adjusting how they manage inventory or trimming extra steps in production. These shifts don’t fix everything, but they can help buy time and breathing room. And when it comes to customers, honesty matters. If prices need to shift, let people know in plain terms. Most people appreciate a heads-up more than a surprise. Small businesses already wear many hats, and sudden tariff hikes don’t make things
easier. But with a few strategic pivots, keeping operations on track is possible. Understanding the legal and financial implications is also crucial, and the right guidance can make all the difference. At Sul Lee Law Firm, we work with businesses across multiple industries to help them manage contract changes, supplier relationships, and trade-related risks. Reach out online or call our office at (469) 715-4558 to see how we can help your business.
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Spinach, Feta, and Egg Stuffed Peppers
INGREDIENTS
• 2 large bell peppers, any color • 1/2 tsp salt • 4 large eggs • 2 tbsp reduced-fat milk
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 1/2 cup chopped onion • 2 cups chopped spinach • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 375 F. 2. Halve peppers lengthwise; remove and discard seeds. 3. Place peppers cut-side up in an 8-inch-square microwave-safe dish. Microwave on high 2 1/2–3 minutes until tender; pat dry and sprinkle with salt. 4. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and black pepper. 5. To a medium skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil, then add onion and cook, stirring, for about 2 minutes until softened and beginning to brown. 6. Add spinach and cook, stirring 1–2 minutes more until spinach is wilted. 7. Divide spinach mixture evenly among pepper halves. Sprinkle with feta, and top with egg mixture. 8. Bake 30–35 minutes until filling is set.
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