Marketplace Footwear will likely still be “Made in China”
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Apr 7, 2025 
Jennifer Pack, a Marketplace correspondent in Dongguan City, China, shares her insights on the complexities of shoemaking and trade. With current import levies at 54%, she discusses why footwear production is likely to stay in China despite rising costs. The talk also touches on the recent volatility in copper prices and the implications for various industries. Additionally, Pack highlights how European carmakers are strategizing amid trade war dynamics, revealing the delicate balance between consumer behavior and economic uncertainty.
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