The RMB/USD exchange rate has increased from 7.25:1 in Jan to 7:1 in March which is over 3% appreciation.
The cost for main material for Tools and Equipment such as Steel has increased by more than 10% since Jan to Mar.
Furthermore, since 2008 Jan 1, the new Law regarding the labor has been implemented which cause the labor cost as part of production cost has gone up by 1-2% average.
These three main factors have caused the general cost for Power Tools are going up dramatically since Jan. The whole environment for future of Machinery and Tools export chain will be more challenge. However, it’s chance as well.
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