The U.S. government has implemented sweeping new tariffs, ranging from 26%-104%, on technology imports from countries such as China, Vietnam, and India. If your business depends on Cisco, Meraki, Dell, HP, Lenovo, or any other hardware manufacturer, your technology costs are about to surge.
This isn’t some distant policy debate. It’s a real-world price increase that will impact your next quote or purchase and, ultimately, your 2025 budget.
Let’s break it down with a few of the largest technology manufacturers:
Dell
Dell Technologies is among the most exposed to these new tariffs. Analysts say the added costs could match nearly their entire expected net income for 2025. The company will have no choice but to raise prices across the board, including on desktops, laptops, servers, printers, and peripherals.
Apple, 2 Other Stocks Are ‘Worst Positioned’ in Tech Hardware for Tariffs – Barron’s
Cisco & Meraki
Cisco has made efforts to shift away from China, reducing its exposure by 80%, but new tariffs now extend to steel, aluminum, and electronics from multiple countries. That means network infrastructure, including Meraki switches, firewalls, and collaboration tools, could soon carry higher price tags.
Tech Stocks Have Suffered Market Shocks Before. What History Says Happens Next. – Barron’s
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
HPE is already responding to tariff-related challenges with a significant cost-cutting effort—eliminating 2,500 jobs, or about 5% of its global workforce. Server and storage pricing is expected to rise as supply chain costs increase.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise shares tumble as US tariffs hurt forecast | Reuters
Apple
Apple is facing a $33 billion hit to its bottom line from tariffs on devices manufactured in China and Vietnam, potentially erasing 26% of its 2025 profits. Experts predict that iPhones, iPads, and Macs could see price increases of 15–25%, with high-end models becoming even more cost-prohibitive for businesses.
Apple’s iPhone Could Cost Up to 26% More. Laptops Will Soar, Too. – Barron’s
Lenovo
Lenovo, the world’s largest PC maker, is facing considerable challenges due to these tariffs. The company has already reported a significant decline in revenue and profit, resulting in workforce reductions of 8% to 9%. These financial strains are likely to result in increased prices for Lenovo’s product lineup, including laptops, desktops, and servers, which will directly affect procurement costs for businesses.
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What This Means for You – And Why You Can’t-Wait
If your business has hardware refreshes, infrastructure upgrades, or new locations planned in 2025, you need to act now:
- Every day you wait could cost you more.
- Your 2025 IT budget may already be outdated.
- Manufacturers are adjusting pricing with little or no notice.
At i-Tech Support, we’re already helping our clients lock in pricing and secure infrastructure before these increases take full effect. We can help you:
✅ Prioritize urgent hardware needs
✅ Reprice current projects before costs go up more
✅ Identify manufacturers with better tariff exposure
✅ Align procurement with strategic business goals and protect your bottom line
This isn’t about panic, it’s about preparedness. If your business relies on technology – and whose doesn’t – then it’s time to have a strategic conversation.
Let’s discuss today how to protect your budget and business from unnecessary financial strain. You don’t have time to wait, and we’re here to move quickly.
