NAW SmartBrief
August 4, 2025
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORIES
* Trump unveils new set of sweeping global tariffs
* Tariff-driven price hikes expected as stockpiles run down
* City Electric marks expansion, milestones for fiscal year
* Labor costs continue to rise despite easing job market
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* Consumer goods firms raise prices as tariff drive cost hikes
* Warehouse rooftops key for solar expansion
* Procurement can use AI as a tool to enhance capabilities
SALES AND MARKETING
* AI-driven "B2Me" marketing focuses on individuals
THE BUSINESS LEADER
* Summer sees sharp rebound in M&A activity
* Employers weighing convenience against stricter security
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