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 Tariff Impact on U.S. Restaurants: Costs, Supply Chain Disruptions and Economic Uncertainty

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As trade battles escalate, U.S. foodservice industry braces for potential $12.1 billion impact, navigating the uncertainty of shifting tariffs and strained supply chains.

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