Tariff Shock: Hidden Trade Costs Are Quietly Squeezing U.S. Companies

Tariff Shock: Hidden Trade Costs Are Quietly Squeezing U.S. Companies

Rising import tariffs and ongoing trade-policy uncertainty are driving up costs for American manufacturers while limiting their ability to raise prices. As businesses struggle to adapt, many are turning to AI, automation, and nearshoring to survive an increasingly unpredictable global economy.