The Pulse of Tariffs and Trade - September 2025

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The Pulse of Tariffs and Trade:
How Global Forces Are Shaping Our Local Economy

Trade fuels our economy. But in today’s rapidly shifting global landscape, tariffs, foreign policy and federal legislation are creating ripple effects across every industry.

At this month’s Pulse, we’ll explore how changing trade policies, international agreements and foreign relations are influencing everything from local manufacturing and ag production to exports and market development. With new deals on the horizon and ongoing debate around legislation like United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), now is the time for business leaders, policymakers and community stakeholders to understand what’s at stake.

Key topics include:

• The role of trade in strengthening the U.S. economy
• Updates on tariffs, trade deals and federal legislation
• How foreign policy and global conflicts affect local business
• Impacts on North Dakota and Minnesota’s production and export capacity
• Opportunities for international market expansion

Whether your business depends on global supply chains or regional production, this event will equip you with the insights to navigate what’s next.