Manufacturing expands for fourth month, but price increases remain a concern
All six largest manufacturing industries reported price increases in April 2026 due to war in Iran and tariffs, according to ISM data. Manufacturing expanded for the fourth consecutive month despite rising input costs.
Product cost increases will hit COGS within 60-90 days as suppliers pass through higher raw material prices. Review your supplier contracts now for price escalation clauses and consider locking in Q3 inventory at current rates before the next wave hits.
This fits the broader margin compression trend hitting ecommerce as geopolitical conflicts and trade policies drive up input costs across supply chains.
Check your supplier agreements for force majeure and price escalation terms - renegotiate fixed pricing through Q3 if possible.
Run profitability reports on top SKUs and identify which products have thinnest margins to prioritize for price increases or discontinuation.
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Manufacturing price surge means higher COGS coming for sellers.
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Manufacturing price surge means higher COGS coming for sellers.
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All six largest manufacturing industries reported price increases
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All six of the largest manufacturing industries reported price increases in April, stemming largely from the war in Iran and tariffs, ISM said.
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