Trump's Impact on Tech and China Supply Chains

Trump's Impact on Tech and China Supply Chains

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Trump's Impact on Tech and China Supply Chains

Citi warns of potential negative effects on tech companies with significant China supply chain exposure due to a second Trump term and possible increased tariffs.

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CitiLogitech InternationalAppleJuniper NetworksWestern DigitalCorning
Donald TrumpAtif MalikMike JohnsonJoe Biden
What is the potential impact of a second Trump term on tech companies with significant Chinese supply chains?
A second Trump term could negatively impact tech companies heavily reliant on Chinese supply chains due to potential increased tariffs on imported goods.
How might Logitech's exposure to Chinese manufacturing affect its performance under a potential increase in tariffs?
Logitech, with 40% of its manufacturing in China, has successfully mitigated past tariff impacts and aims to do so again; however, analysts' opinions are divided on its future performance.
What strategy is Apple implementing to mitigate the risks associated with its heavy reliance on Chinese manufacturing?
Apple, with over 90% of its manufacturing in China, is actively diversifying its supply chain, aiming to shift 25% of iPhone production to India by 2028.
What is the nature of Juniper Networks' sourcing strategy, and how does it compare to companies with concentrated Chinese manufacturing?
Juniper Networks possesses a diverse sourcing strategy, manufacturing across various locations like China, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, and Vietnam, thereby reducing its dependence on any single region.
Besides Logitech and Apple, which other companies were mentioned by Citi analyst Atif Malik as potentially vulnerable due to their China manufacturing exposure?
Citi analyst Atif Malik identified several companies with significant China manufacturing exposure as potentially vulnerable under a Trump administration, including Western Digital and Corning.