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Microbrand Watchmaking in the Face of a US-China Trade War

As President-elect Trump proposes increasing import tariffs on Chinese goods to a steep 60%, up from the current 20%, microbrand watch companies face a critical and uncertain future. With an estimated 70% of watch components—ranging from dials to movements—sourced from China, this proposed hike could drastically reshape production costs, pricing strategies, and supply chain operations. For small, independent watch brands already operating on tight margins, the stakes could not be higher.

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