The Financial Post reports in its Saturday edition that Aritzia says its "operational pivot" to shift all fulfilment of American orders to its expanded distribution centre in Ohio sets it up to handle the United States removing its de minimis rule. The Post's Jane Switzer writes that the loophole, which ended on Aug. 29, was advantageous for international e-commerce businesses because it allowed for duty-free shipments to the U.S. for packages valued at less than $800 (U.S.). "Despite headwinds from the elimination of the de minimis and higher reciprocal tariff rates on Vietnam and Cambodia, our pro-active mitigation strategies and strong revenue growth have positioned us very well," Aritzia chief executive officer Jennifer Wong said on an earnings call. "Previously, under the de minimis exemption, we utilized our existing supply chain network in Canada to fulfil a portion of U.S. e-commerce orders." The Vancouver retailer had already expanded its Ohio distribution centre to 560,000 square feet, more than double its previous size, before the trade war started, which it said will allow it to handle U.S. order volumes for the next two years. Half of Aritzia's retail footprint is now located south of the border.