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<h4>By Sean Dhaliwal, Ingredients Online</h4>
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<h2>Market Update by Sean Dhaliwal&nbsp;</h2>
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Catch the latest Market Update from our industry expert, Sean Dhaliwal. Gain professional insights into the <a href="https://taxfoundation.org/research/all/federal/trump-tariffs-trade-war/#:~:text=Per%20US%20household%2C%20the%20imposed,higher%20prices%20for%20substitute%20goods.">impact of tariffs</a> on global trade, key decisions shaping overseas shipments, and how manufacturers are adjusting pricing strategies. Learn how we’re addressing these challenges and what it means for your business. Get the insights you need to stay ahead.&nbsp;
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<h2>Investing in America: Insights from SelectUSA 2025</h2>
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At the <a href="https://www.selectusasummit.us/">2025 SelectUSA Summit</a>, Ingredients Online set out with a clear mission: to explore how we can help drive foreign direct investment into U.S.-based manufacturing of biotech ingredients for <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/raw-ingredients-by-application/food-and-beverage-ingredients/">food and beverage</a>, pharmaceuticals, <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/products/cosmetic-ingredients/">cosmetics</a>, and more. Among the many productive conversations, three standout states—North Dakota, Virginia, and Montana—emerged as especially promising partners. North Dakota offered strong financial incentives and turnkey factory opportunities; Virginia presented strategic advantages like modern ports, cold storage, and a skilled workforce; and Montana expressed interest in wheat-based manufacturing while emphasizing openness to international investment. These engagements reflect growing momentum around reshoring ingredient production and <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/">Ingredients Online</a>’s role in enabling it. 
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<h2 aria-level="1">Geopolitical Challenges and Their Influence on Global Supply Chains</h2>
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In today’s volatile trade environment, <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/blogs/strengthening-digital-defenses-impact-supply-chain/">global supply chains</a> are being shaped by shifting geopolitical policies, economic trends, and disruptive events. From tariffs and trade agreements to global pandemics, staying ahead requires strategic planning and adaptability. This post explores the key trends influencing international trade and what businesses can do to build more resilient, agile supply chains. Learn how Ingredients Online is helping companies navigate these challenges by fostering trust, transparency, and efficiency in sourcing. For detailed insights, <a href="https://www.ingredientsonline.com/blogs/geopolitical-challenges-global-supply-chains/">read our full blog post</a>.

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