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HMD Global, the official licensee of the Nokia brand, has quietly exited the US market. Its official US web store has gone offline, and sales of HMD and Nokia devices in the region have been paused. The company hasn’t shared exact details, but industry reports point to ongoing challenges such as tariffs and trade rules that may have made it difficult for HMD Global to stay profitable in the US. HMD began operations in 2016 after acquiring the license to use the Nokia brand from Microsoft. In 2023, the company launched its own HMD-branded devices, including the repairable HMD Skyline and the Barbie flip phone, which targeted niche markets. Only four HMD-branded smartphones launched in the country, with the last being the HMD Fusion in September 2024. In the Philippines, HMD has continued releasing both feature phones and smartphones. Its latest models include the entry-level HMD Crest 5G and the budget-friendly HMD Aura2, priced at PHP 4,290. Read more in our articles including "HMD Global exits US market, halts sale of HMD, Nokia devices –report" and "Smartphones under PHP 10,000 | 10K (Q1 2025)".