Board Game Manufacturer Explores Domestic Production Amid Tariff Pressures

Why it matters locally: While most Iowans purchase board games manufactured elsewhere, the exploration of domestic production could affect the cost and availability of some games within the state if tariff pressures continue to impact importing companies.

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Jonathan Silva oversaw an initiative at WS Game Company to produce a special edition Monopoly game within the United States. His decision followed the implementation of tariffs on imported board games, a category that includes products he sells. WS Game Company typically imports its products. The effort to manufacture a version of Monopoly domestically represented a shift in the company's production strategy. This exploration aimed to determine the feasibility and implications of U.S.-based production for items traditionally sourced internationally.