Pushing Back Against Tariffs: The Dallas Market Center’s Efforts
The Dallas Market Center — the business-to-business trading hub — is stepping up to push back against tariffs.
The site, which acts as a wholesale marketplace, wants a 90-day pause on tariffs between the U.S. and China, according to a statement from the organization. It wants the “free flow of goods” that are critical to the holiday selling season for independent retailers as they prepare for the annual shopping event.
Efforts to Support Main Street Retailers
The effort by Dallas Market Center includes an online petition along with coordination with the National Retail Federation, an online roundtable with independent retailers, participation and advocacy via trade organizations and a newsletter.
“Now is the time for grassroots action,” said Cindy Morris, CEO of Dallas Market Center. “It has become clear to our family-owned business that there is a small window of time to support Main Street retailers preparing for their holiday selling season and the companies providing their merchandise.”
About the Dallas Market Center
The Dallas Market Center, which has a multimillion-square-foot campus, connects retailers and interior designers with manufacturers in areas such as home decor, furniture, gifts and fashion.
The Dallas Market Center is owned by real estate development firm Crow Holdings, which is chaired by conservative political supporter Harlan Crow.
The Impact of Tariffs on Businesses
The Market Center’s campaign, which uses the slogan “Stand with Main Street. Turn off Tariffs,” arrives as companies from various industries grapple with the challenges of new duties on goods from around the world. While uneven, the impact of the duties has hit – or is expected to hit — more and more companies such as American Airlines and Kimberly-Clark reported challenges recently.
Tariffs put “an immediate and significant burden on Main Street retailers,” the organization said. The holiday season is approaching, and if goods are not in transit within the next few weeks, economic consequences will be dire for American jobs supported by the industry..
A Call to Action
“While the dynamics are different for each type of retail business, we must unite around hundreds of thousands of store owners who depend upon (fourth-quarter) commerce,” Morris said.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Dallas Market Center is taking a stand against tariffs and their impact on Main Street retailers. The organization is calling for a 90-day pause on tariffs between the U.S. and China to allow for the free flow of goods during the holiday season. With the support of independent retailers, trade organizations, and industry leaders, the Dallas Market Center hopes to make a difference and mitigate the effects of tariffs on American businesses.
FAQs
Q: What is the Dallas Market Center?
A: The Dallas Market Center is a business-to-business trading hub that connects retailers and interior designers with manufacturers in areas such as home decor, furniture, gifts and fashion.
Q: What is the goal of the Dallas Market Center’s campaign?
A: The goal of the campaign is to call for a 90-day pause on tariffs between the U.S. and China to allow for the free flow of goods during the holiday season.
Q: Why are tariffs a concern for Main Street retailers?
A: Tariffs put an immediate and significant burden on Main Street retailers, and if goods are not in transit within the next few weeks, economic consequences will be dire for American jobs supported by the industry.
