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Companies are also thinking harder about how many goods to import, to avoid paying tariffs on inventory that only ends up sitting in warehouses, he added.

“CapitaLand Investment remains committed to delivering long-term shareholder value and routinely evaluates investment opportunities aligned with its strategy,” a spokesperson said, adding that the company doesn’t comment on rumors or speculation.

They added that missing rent payments would have an adverse affect on someone's credit score.

"As long as your toothpaste has fluoride, it doesn't make much difference," he says, adding that he tends to buy whatever is cheaper or on offer.

"I think that's the bigger thing for this case for businesses - whether or not that is going to be in our future," he added.