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3 Qualities of a Good International Trade Manager

??????????????????????????????????????????????????You want to import from China, but you’re not sure about the protocol. Are there contracts involved? How will you approach quality control? Are your suppliers trustworthy? These and other critical questions should be answered before you venture into global trade.

An international trade manager can help. Walker World Trade has 78 years of experience in the import-export industry and has developed outstanding relationships with China suppliers and transporters. Here’s how we can help you expand your business:

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By |August 10th, 2014|Expert Importing & Exporting Advice|Comments Off

Exploring China’s Home Shopping Industry

?????????????????????????????Is your business looking to do business in China? You may want to investigate China’s quickly expanding home shopping industry which, in 2012, was $9.3 billion. Sellers of consumer goods, food products, nutritional supplements, and cosmetics may find this type of venture particularly lucrative.

China has 39 home shopping networks on television. Most of these networks are for regional viewing, but nearly a dozen have national TV licenses and can be viewed anywhere in the country.

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By |August 3rd, 2014|Expert Importing & Exporting Advice|Comments Off

U.S. Demand Strengthens China Export Market

????????????????????????????????????????????July 2014 showed an impressive surge in China exports to the U.S., Europe and Southeast Asia.

The boom will help strengthen the world’s second-largest economy as it continues to improve foreign trade numbers.

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By |July 26th, 2014|Expert Importing & Exporting Advice|Comments Off

U.S. International Trade Statistics, June 2014

 

?????????????The June numbers are in from the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. Just how much did the U.S. import and export for the month, – and how much of that action was yours?

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By |July 19th, 2014|Expert Importing & Exporting Advice|Comments Off

Why You Should Worry About the Export-Import Bank of the United States

If you are an American exporter, then you’ll want to read this.

Your business – and the livelihood of U.S. businesses everywhere – is depending on Congress to reauthorize the Export-Import Bank of the United States.

Here’s why: […]

By |July 15th, 2014|Expert Importing & Exporting Advice|Comments Off

Top Imports: United States vs. China

Depositphotos_24169523_xsThe richest country in the world, the U.S., is also the world’s largest importer. In 2013, the nation bought $2.33 trillion worth of imported products. China, the world’s second-richest country and second-largest importer, bought $1.95 trillion worth of imported products in 2013. So where, exactly, are these super-importers spending their money?

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By |July 12th, 2014|Expert Importing & Exporting Advice|Comments Off

Understanding European Labeling Requirements

?????????You’re planning to export your goods – nutraceuticals, cosmetics, food, etc. – to Europe. You’ve assessed demand, sampled your products and established an appropriate target price range among potential customers. But have you done all of your homework? […]

By |June 22nd, 2014|Expert Importing & Exporting Advice|Comments Off

Are You Ready To Become An Exporter?

????????????????????????????????????????????????Exporting is an excellent opportunity for small businesses to increase sales and profit while stabilizing seasonal fluctuations.  According to government statistics, nearly 96 percent of consumers live outside the U.S., so it makes sense to go where the customers are.

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By |June 15th, 2014|Expert Importing & Exporting Advice|Comments Off

Doesn’t Anybody Speak English Anymore?

???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????As an importer, when you make your first contact with overseas suppliers, you may be impressed with their English-speaking abilities. Your requests for pricing, product data and shipping info are met with surprisingly good English replies. A good sign, right?  Not necessarily…

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By |June 8th, 2014|Expert Importing & Exporting Advice|Comments Off

Just-In-Time Importing from China

Depositphotos_52734939_xsWhen importing from China, it’s critical to understand exactly how long it will take to get your goods from there to here. To calculate your lead time, you have to determine 1) how long it will take your supplier to produce your goods, and 2) what your expected transit time is. Not having your products in stock when you need them can cost you. Mastering Just-In-Time inventory management can help…  if you anticipate the potential mishaps that may occur along the way. […]

By |June 1st, 2014|Expert Importing & Exporting Advice|Comments Off