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EPISODE · Jan 21, 2025 · 6 MIN

Williams-Sonoma CEO addresses the future of retail & manufacturing under Trump's China tariffs

from Yahoo Finance, Davos: The World Economic Forum · host Yahoo Finance

Focusing on the importance of innovation and customer experience in driving growth, Williams-Sonoma CEO Laura Alber discusses the company’s strategy and outlook for the company. Despite challenges like economic uncertainty and global tariffs, Alber emphasizes that Williams-Sonoma is prepared for future success, with a strong focus on domestic manufacturing and product design. Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, she remains confident that the company’s internal initiatives, rather than external factors, will fuel a new growth cycle. Listen as Yahoo Finance speaks with top business, government, and philanthropic leaders at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].

Focusing on the importance of innovation and customer experience in driving growth, Williams-Sonoma CEO Laura Alber discusses the company’s strategy and outlook for the company. Despite challenges like economic uncertainty and global tariffs, Alber emphasizes that Williams-Sonoma is prepared for future success, with a strong focus on domestic manufacturing and product design. Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, she remains confident that the company’s internal initiatives, rather than external factors, will fuel a new growth cycle. Listen as Yahoo Finance speaks with top business, government, and philanthropic leaders at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected].

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