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Maine companies using domestic materials still impacted by tariffs
As President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on imported goods, some companies in Maine only using domestic material still say they will see a rise in costs. “We’ll probably see some
Northern Maine border businesses discuss path forward amid tariffs
In spite of the ongoing trade war between the United States and Canada, businesses along the northern Maine border showed optimism for the future of international trade during an April
Maine, New Brunswick businesses look to maintain good relations despite difficult trade climate
As the federal government’s trade war ramps up, two trading partners on opposite sides of the Maine/Canada border decided the best approach was to split the additional cost of tariffs
Maine International Trade Center honors export businesses
Secure shipping solutions, precision tools, simulation technology and the redevelopment of a former mill site were among the honorees announced by the Maine International Trade Center for its annual international
2025 Annual International Trade and Investment Award Winners Announced by MITC
Maine International Trade Center (MITC) announced today the winners of the 2025 Annual International Trade and Investment Awards. More than 2,000 Maine companies exported over $3 billion in goods and services to
As Trump shakes up economy, winners and losers will emerge
As Trump shakes up economy, winners and losers will emerge. Maine could be on the wrong side. The state’s reliance on Canada for trade and tourism, coupled with the president’s
Trump tariffs, looming trade war spark worries about Maine’s economy, rising prices
A looming global trade war triggered by new U.S. tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China has sparked concerns about higher prices and supply chain disruptions in Maine. On Saturday, President Donald Trump
Trump tariffs may roil Maine energy prices, and lobster, lumber markets
Canada, which is Maine’s largest trading partner, could be particularly hard hit by a 25% universal tariff, as suggested by the president. Tariffs that are central to President Donald Trump’s
Maine manufacturers brace for potential tariff turmoil
Maine manufacturers from craft beverage makers to industrial suppliers are bracing for disruptions from President-elect Donald Trump’s declaration of war against imports from China, Mexico and even Canada — the