Breville has signaled concerns over a potential tariff war if Donald Trump returns to the White House, prompting the company to increase US inventory and reduce Chinese production in a strategic supply chain adjustment.

Breville Group warned about the potential impact of incoming US President Donald Trump's likely tariffs on China, which led to a more than 3% share price drop and prompted the company to boost US inventory levels and shift production of its 120v coffee machine out of China.

Breville released its Modern Slavery Act Statement, outlining robust measures to prevent slavery and human trafficking in its global supply chain. The statement details ethical sourcing policies, regular supplier audits, comprehensive employee training, and risk assessments aimed at ensuring compliance with modern slavery laws. Approved on 15 December 2023 by the Board, the initiatives reflect Breville’s commitment to upholding human rights and ethical labor practices.

Breville Group Limited released its 2022 Modern Slavery Act Statement detailing extensive measures to combat modern slavery and human trafficking within its supply chain. The statement outlines strict supplier requirements, regular audits, employee training on human rights, and a commitment to ethical sourcing as part of its broader strategy to uphold fair labor practices and human rights standards.

In 2021, Breville's modern slavery disclosure statement received an F grade following an analysis by the Monash Centre for Financial Studies. This outcome raises concerns about the company's commitment to ethical supply chain practices and transparency in addressing modern slavery risks.