The pact comes after three years of intense negotiations touching on thorny topics such as visas, tariff reductions and tax breaks.

With global trade frictions and rapid policy shifts set to continue, companies can no longer afford to treat tariffs as a short-term challenge

In Ethiopia, food prices jumped by 40% in March 2023, following the worst drought the Horn of Africa had seen in 40 years. 

The company laid out its plans to launch a product using cane sugar for its flagship soda in the U.S., but clarified that it will act as a complement to its current offerings.

According to data from the USDA, beef prices have jumped by nearly 9% since January, with steak up a whopping 12.4% over the last year.

Corn Refiners Association president John Bode was critical of a Coca-Cola's rumored switch to cane sugar, claiming that it "doesn't make sense."

Indonesia ranks as one of America's top 25 trade partners, sending about $28 billion to the U.S. in 2024, including clothing, footwear and palm oil.

Mexico accounts for roughly 70% of tomatoes sold in the U.S., up from the 30% share Mexico had 20 years ago.

Ferrero said the deal would expand its presence in North America and help the company move beyond its candy and snack offerings.

Already, crops are rotting in the fields and warehouse managers are struggling to find workers. How will the push for goods made in America play out?