SAJ-99
Well-known member
Easter is a great time to make an inventory of how global economics works in the moment. We got our 8yo about 10 things.
7 made in China
1 made in Malaysia
1 made in US
Most candies made in US or Canada (including Swedish Fish, lol)
A review of Legos said China, Denmark, and a variety of other countries- so they have a diverse supply chain.
About $100 retail total. General estimate says about $30-40 went to China. Margins are about 40% so that was profit for the maker/distributor and the rest was probably various logistics and materials.
The only way to break this cycle is to convince Americans to stop buying cheap stuff for our kids. In my family, that is not going to happen because no one listens to me anyway.
7 made in China
1 made in Malaysia
1 made in US
Most candies made in US or Canada (including Swedish Fish, lol)
A review of Legos said China, Denmark, and a variety of other countries- so they have a diverse supply chain.
About $100 retail total. General estimate says about $30-40 went to China. Margins are about 40% so that was profit for the maker/distributor and the rest was probably various logistics and materials.
The only way to break this cycle is to convince Americans to stop buying cheap stuff for our kids. In my family, that is not going to happen because no one listens to me anyway.