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CEOs Predict Tariff Impact: Prices Rise, Growth Stalls
11/17/2025
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Story summary
- U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff regime imposes varying rates based on goods' origin, burdening American businesses.
- Companies are spending millions to comply and face more complex import processes.
- A KPMG survey shows 89% of CEOs expect tariffs to affect operations.
- Many CEOs plan to raise prices.
- Small businesses such as Wild Rye report spending excessive time on compliance, contributing to reduced investments in growth and R&D.
