Trump’s 2nd term: American Carnage

[Starkiller]

Just now, headhunter said:

I'm already one, I don't pretend to be one like you 

[headhunter]

Just now, Starkiller said:

You literally vote like that guy right there lol

[Jamalisms]

Temper tantrum Trump and the no good, very bad tariff.

 

Having a man baby as a president is such a bad idea. The exact wrong temperament.

[El Guapo]

Seems like the tariff threat worked.

[9 Nines]

Lots of angry women when their cheap-ass MAGA husbands give them no Valentine flowers LOL!

Since retail channels want margins, a 50% tariff next week will probably mean 100% increase in cut flower prices, maybe more if shortages occur from supply chains disruption from contract disputes over the tariffs. 

1)  2/3 to 80% of cut flowers sold in the US are from Colombia:

 

The range of cut flowers imported from Colombia to the U.S. as a percentage of total U.S. sales typically falls between 66% and 80%, depending on the source and specific time period analyzed. Here's a breakdown:

 

66% Estimate: This figure is based on U.S. import data, where approximately two-thirds of all cut flowers imported into the U.S. originate from Colombia. This is a more conservative and widely cited number.

 

80% Estimate: Some sources report that Colombia supplies up to 80% of the cut flowers sold in the U.S. retail market, particularly during peak holidays like Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day, when demand spikes and Colombian farms dominate the supply chain due to their scale and efficiency.

 

The variation in estimates likely depends on how the statistics are calculated—whether they include just imported flowers or consider the overall retail market (including domestic production). During peak seasons, Colombia’s share can approach the higher end of this range because U.S. production is relatively small in comparison.

2) The flower supply chain is measured in days so the price will jump instantly:

 

The process of harvesting, processing, and shipping cut flowers from Colombia to the U.S. is designed to be swift to maintain freshness. Typically, this process takes between 48 to 72 hours from the time the flowers are cut to their arrival at U.S. distribution centers.

 

On January 26, 2025, President Donald Trump announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on all Colombian imports, set to escalate to 50% within a week, in response to Colombia's refusal to accept deportation flights. This action is expected to increase U.S. prices on products such as gasoline, coffee, and flowers.

 

Given the rapid supply chain of the cut flower industry, the newly imposed tariffs are anticipated to affect retail prices quickly. Retailers, operating on tight margins and dealing with perishable goods, are likely to pass on the increased costs to consumers almost immediately. Therefore, consumers can expect to see a rise in cut flower prices within days of the tariff implementation.

3) Almost 1/3 of yearly sales of cut flowers happen over the next few weeks:

30% of annual retail cut flowers are sold on Valentine's Day:

 

Valentine's Day represents a massive share of annual cut-flower sales—it is indeed one of the peak times for the industry. Some reports estimate Valentine's Day sales at around 30% of the annual cut-flower retail transactions, depending on the dataset and the region being analyzed. This figure can vary slightly depending on factors like consumer trends, regional differences, and reporting sources.
 

If you're factoring in not just transactions but also dollar volume (revenue), Valentine's Day consistently accounts for around 28–30%, depending on the year and market. It’s also worth noting that the timing of Valentine’s Day (falling midweek versus on a weekend) can impact sales.

Edited January 27, 2025 by 9 Nines

[LongTimeFan]

Rubio gets a hostage back from Belarus captured during the Biden administration. 

[El Guapo]

1 hour ago, 9 Nines said:

Lots of angry women when their cheap-ass MAGA husbands give them no Valentine flowers LOL!

Since retail channels want margins, a 50% tariff next week will probably mean 100% increase in cut flower prices, maybe more if shortages occur from supply chains disruption from contract disputes over the tariffs. 

1)  2/3 to 80% of cut flowers sold in the US are from Colombia:

 

The range of cut flowers imported from Colombia to the U.S. as a percentage of total U.S. sales typically falls between 66% and 80%, depending on the source and specific time period analyzed. Here's a breakdown:

 

66% Estimate: This figure is based on U.S. import data, where approximately two-thirds of all cut flowers imported into the U.S. originate from Colombia. This is a more conservative and widely cited number.

 

80% Estimate: Some sources report that Colombia supplies up to 80% of the cut flowers sold in the U.S. retail market, particularly during peak holidays like Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day, when demand spikes and Colombian farms dominate the supply chain due to their scale and efficiency.

 

The variation in estimates likely depends on how the statistics are calculated—whether they include just imported flowers or consider the overall retail market (including domestic production). During peak seasons, Colombia’s share can approach the higher end of this range because U.S. production is relatively small in comparison.

2) The flower supply chain is measured in days so the price will jump instantly:

 

The process of harvesting, processing, and shipping cut flowers from Colombia to the U.S. is designed to be swift to maintain freshness. Typically, this process takes between 48 to 72 hours from the time the flowers are cut to their arrival at U.S. distribution centers.

 

On January 26, 2025, President Donald Trump announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on all Colombian imports, set to escalate to 50% within a week, in response to Colombia's refusal to accept deportation flights. This action is expected to increase U.S. prices on products such as gasoline, coffee, and flowers.

 

Given the rapid supply chain of the cut flower industry, the newly imposed tariffs are anticipated to affect retail prices quickly. Retailers, operating on tight margins and dealing with perishable goods, are likely to pass on the increased costs to consumers almost immediately. Therefore, consumers can expect to see a rise in cut flower prices within days of the tariff implementation.

3) Almost 1/3 of yearly sales of cut flowers happen over the next few weeks:

30% of annual retail cut flowers are sold on Valentine's Day:

 

Valentine's Day represents a massive share of annual cut-flower sales—it is indeed one of the peak times for the industry. Some reports estimate Valentine's Day sales at around 30% of the annual cut-flower retail transactions, depending on the dataset and the region being analyzed. This figure can vary slightly depending on factors like consumer trends, regional differences, and reporting sources.
 

If you're factoring in not just transactions but also dollar volume (revenue), Valentine's Day consistently accounts for around 28–30%, depending on the year and market. It’s also worth noting that the timing of Valentine’s Day (falling midweek versus on a weekend) can impact sales.

You guys are clutching at bullshit. You’re telling me we cant threaten colombia because they refuse to take their fucking criminals back that are here illegally because the cost of flowers will rise? Do you guys have no self awareness? How absurd that sounds? No wonder you lost the election 

[LongTimeFan]

7 minutes ago, El Guapo said:

You guys are clutching at bullshit. You’re telling me we cant threaten colombia because they refuse to take their fucking criminals back that are here illegally because the cost of flowers will rise? Do you guys have no self awareness? How absurd that sounds? No wonder you lost the election 

TDS has no boundaries. 

[Jamalisms]

2 hours ago, El Guapo said:

Seems like the tariff threat worked.

 

In what way?

[LongTimeFan]

Who wants to tell Jamal or chef that other countries export coffee?

[El Guapo]

11 minutes ago, Jamalisms said:

 

In what way?

Go ahead. Look it up. 

[Jamalisms]

11 minutes ago, El Guapo said:

Go ahead. Look it up. 

 

Totally normal conversation.

 

Nevermind. I'll just throw you on ignore with the other derps.

[chef]

7 hours ago, LongTimeFan said:

Who wants to tell Jamal or chef that other countries export coffee?

Wow.  You're even more clueless than you seem.

 

Thinking I get my coffee from generic ass Columbia. 

 

[nine]

Typical Trump.     

 

Deporting Colombian nationals was inevitable.....but instead of approaching the Colombian government respectfully through normal diplomatic channels, Trump just loads them onto military planes and shows up thinking he'll just dump them on the tarmac.    And then gets mad when Colombian officials refuse delivery.

 

As POTUS, Trump is well within his power to have Colombian nationals deported if he so chooses.  So be it.

 

But acting as if the Colombian government should bow to his personal whims in their own back yard is flat-out disrespectful.   The United States obviously has all  the leverage as the bigger and far more powerful country;   the fact that Trump chooses to strong-arm the Colombian government and rub their noses in it is embarrassing and pathetic.

 

 

[OILERMAN]

Musk def gave the Nazi salute

 

Jay in Kyiv

Musk preaches on the evils of race mixing by selling it as "preserving culture". Woman on the left gets it right away.

https://x.com/JayinKyiv/status/1883606696570015773