NAW SmartBrief
October 15, 2025
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TODAY'S HEADLINES

TOP STORIES
* NEFCO expands Texas presence with Big D Tool Center deal
* Consumers remain wary of inflation, job market outlook
* US tariffs spur global shift as companies seek new markets
* Amazon plans to hire 250K workers for the holidays
* Treasury secretary says shutdown beginning to affect economy
OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
* US tariffs on Chinese equipment create supply chain challenges
* Business optimism dips as firms brace for Q4 challenges
SALES AND MARKETING
* AI search, influencers reshape B2B buying journey
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