US political developments, including potential new tariffs on imports from mainland China, could impact trade policy. This may lead to adjustments in sourcing patterns, preemptive shipping, or passing tariff costs to consumers. Historical shipping patterns show that previous tariffs influenced shipping behaviors.
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