India achieves U.S. trade deal
India and the U.S. have reached a significant agreement aimed at deepening their economic and strategic partnership, involving key trade adjustments and important procurement commitments. Read More...
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Brazilian companies focus on Chinese market
With increased exports of salted hides, wet-blue and finished leather, China is the leading export market for Brazilian tanners. As a result, 11 companies will be present at the upcoming ACLE in Shanghai. Read More...
Leather exports suffer as India hits back at tariffs
Donald Trump's steep 50% tariffs on India have kicked in on August 27, weeks after the U.S. president issued an executive order imposing an additional 25% penalty on India over its purchases of Russian oil and weapons. Read More...
Trade fair season to kick off with ACLE
The 25th edition of the All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE) is set to kick off the Autumn trade fair season taking place in Shanghai, September 3-5. Read More...
EU prepares retaliatory tariffs as tensions escalate
The European Union (EU) is drawing up a €72 billion package of retaliatory tariffs against the United States, even as it intensifies last-minute efforts to avoid a full-scale trade war. Read More...
Trump aims tariffs at 14 countries including Japan and South Korea
President Donald Trump has officially delayed imposing higher tariffs on U.S. imports, while sending letters to 14 countries, including Japan and South Korea, detailing the levies they face. Read More...
Bangladesh hide market in crisis after Eid-ul-Adha
Bangladesh's rawhide market has faced significant disruption following Eid-ul-Adha, with widespread reports of price crashes and unsold stockpiles. Read More...
Automotive tariffs will take their toll
In the May/June 2025 issue, following U.S. President Trump’s announcement of a fresh wave of tariffs, ILM Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth looks at how the move will affect the automotive supply chain. Read More...
Trump tariffs reinstated by appeals court
Before the week was over, Trump’s reciprocal tariffs were reinstated by a U.S. appeals court after the Court of International Trade ruled them illegal. Read More...
Chinese tanners feel market strain
China’s bovine leather market remains weak, with low production, mounting stock and minimal demand, as trade tariffs and economic uncertainty weigh heavily on the sector, according to theSauerReport. Read More...
