At a time when the coronavirus outbreak is disrupting global supply lines, a maker of toys that’s committed to manufacturing in the U.S. finds itself with an advantage over those that rely on production in China.
The U.S.-China trade war already had American companies rethinking their relationships with Chinese manufacturers. Then came two additional nails in the coffin.
As bad as things might seem right now, the situation is temporary — and retailers must be prepared for the flood of consumer demand that will be released by economic recovery.
Apple Inc. kept its business rolling through the coronavirus pandemic this week by launching a new iPad Pro and two new Macs. But that doesn’t mean its supply chain is in the clear.
After the coronavirus outbreak caused a nationwide shortage of face masks in January, Chinese officials were quick to ensure that Tesla wouldn’t be left without.
