US small businesses sound alarm over Trump’s tariffs amid crucial holiday season

Some small business owners doubt that even strong holiday sales will ease impact of tough year plagued by uncertainty

Donald Trump's tariffs have increased prices on an array of popular holiday goods and driven a massive" number of small firms out of business, industry leaders have warned.

On Small Business Saturday, firms have their fingers crossed that strong holiday sales will ease the impact of a tough year. But many aren't holding their breath.