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APRIL SNAPSHOT SURVEY ANALYSIS

APRIL SNAPSHOT SURVEY ANALYSIS

Forecasting the Financial Ripple:

What Tariffs Mean for Spa Operations in 2025

ISPA Snapshot Survey gathers members’ insights on pricing strategy, resource partner responses, anticipated industry impact
A RECENT ISPA SNAPSHOT SURVEY gathered responses from ISPA members to better understand how pricing changes and the potential implementation of new tariffs are currently affecting the industry. The results provide insight into: l How frequently businesses assess pricing l The degree to which current and potential tariff changes are impacting operations l The proactive steps companies are taking in anticipation of further tariff-related challenges Tariffs have been a significant topic across the industry in
2025. While 54 percent of spa respondents report minimal impact to date, 62 percent expect tariffs will noticeably affect their business within the next six months. In preparation of potential tariff changes, 55 percent of spa respondents are exploring new domestic resource partners, while 40 percent are moving up planned orders with suppliers ahead of potential price increases. While the majority of spas have not currently experienced resource partner price increases in most categories, slightly more than half( 58 percent) have received notification that providers of textile products( e. g., linens, towels, robes, etc.) plan to pass along price increases or fees to help offset new tariff expenses.
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THE ISPA SNAPSHOT SURVEY REPORT also features valuable insights from spa and resource partners about how they’ re responding to supplier price increases, implementing cost-saving measures and navigating operational shifts resulting from the tariff policies. The full report is available to members in the Research Library at experienceispa. com.
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