The Trump tariffs are forcing creators to overhaul their side businesses
Briefly

Content creators are facing challenges as Trump's tariffs impose additional costs on their side businesses, particularly those relying on foreign manufacturing. Creators like Matt Steffanina and Tyler Kleinle are navigating increased expenses, leading to delays in product launches and plans to raise prices for consumers. Steffanina pushed back his apparel brand's launch due to tariff uncertainties, while Kleinle anticipates passing on increased production costs to viewers. This scenario illustrates the wider impact of tariffs on small businesses and individual entrepreneurs who form a significant part of the digital economy.
Content creators rely on foreign manufacturing, and Trump's tariffs are increasing their business costs, forcing them to delay product launches and raise prices.
Many creators bolster their advertising and brand partnership income by selling goods and products that are relevant to their niche or audience, but tariffs hamper these efforts.
Video creator Matt Steffanina faced uncertainty launching his apparel brand due to tariffs, leading him to find costlier U.S. manufacturers.
YouTuber Tyler Kleinle will pass increased costs to viewers when launching his signal meter product, despite it being difficult for him.
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