Mohamed Dabo

2 weeks ago | retail-insight-network.com | Mohamed Dabo

The upcoming Amazon Prime Day 2025 arrives the United States amid widespread concern over shifting US-China trade policies, with tariff uncertainty casting a shadow over pricing, supply chains and sales strategies. Despite a temporary reduction in tariffs on Chinese imports, many e-commerce sellers and retail giants such as Amazon, Walmart and Target remain cautious ahead of one of the year’s biggest online shopping events.

2 weeks ago | packaging-gateway.com | Mohamed Dabo

A new food labelling bill passed by the Texas Legislature could lead to sweeping changes in how packaged foods are labelled across the United States. Senate Bill 25, which is backed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., US Health and Human Services Secretary, would require warning labels on foods containing ingredients that are restricted or not recommended for human consumption in other countries.

3 weeks ago | hotelmanagement-network.com | Mohamed Dabo

Branded full-service hotels in Berlin reported a solid increase in profits in the 12 months to March 2025, as higher room occupancy and a modest rise in average daily rates (ADR) helped offset growing operational costs. According to new data from Cushman & Wakefield and HotStats, gross operating profit per available room (GOP PAR) grew by 4.1% year-on-year, even as expenses rose by 9.6%.

3 weeks ago | retail-insight-network.com | Mohamed Dabo

President Donald Trump’s decision to double tariffs on imported steel and aluminium to 50% has raised concerns about potential increases in grocery prices across the United States. The tariffs, effective from June 4, 2025, are intended to bolster domestic metal industries but may have unintended consequences for consumers. Steel and aluminium are integral to food packaging, particularly for canned goods.

3 weeks ago | packaging-gateway.com | Mohamed Dabo

A controversial bill aimed at cutting plastic waste in California is encountering significant resistance, even after clearing the state Senate for a second time. The Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act—seen by advocates as a bold step toward sustainable packaging—passed the Senate last week with a narrow 33–25 vote. With the legislative session due to end next week, it remains unclear whether the bill will survive the state Assembly.