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From Skechers to Foot Locker: Tariff Chaos Spurs Record-High Footwear, Apparel Deals

Some companies are merging to help offset tariff costs while others go private to weather the remaining years of his presidency outside of the public market.
Skechers store in London.
Skechers announced a $9.42 billion deal in early May to go private days after it pulled its annual earnings forecasts. (Getty)

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