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Tariffs & Economic Impacts

The new administration's tariff policies have sparked a mix of reactions. Some applaud the efforts to protect American industries, while others warn of the potential for increased inflation and economic uncertainty. As the new administration navigates these challenges, the world watches closely to see how these trade policies will shape the global economic landscape. Our team can help you navigate the uncertainty to do what’s best for your business.

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Featured Insights

Explore this collection for the latest tariff and economic news and analysis.

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Tariff Authority Tested: Court Rejects Trump’s Broad Use of Emergency Powers in Trade

May 30, 2025 | Presidential Administration Impacts

Prior to the ratification of the Sixteenth Amendment in 1913—the amendment authorizing the imposit...

Car Import Tariff and Economic Recession
Three Tax Issues Manufacturers Should Watch in 2025 Budget Bill

May 22, 2025 | Presidential Administration Impacts

On May 13, the House Ways and Means Committee voted to approve a $3.8 trillion tax bill that would m...

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New Restrictions on Vehicle Connectivity Systems and Automated Driving Systems with Links to China and Russia

May 2, 2025 | Presidential Administration Impacts

On January 16, 2025, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) introduced significant changes to 15 ...

Flag of USA on a processor, CPU Central processing Unit or GPU microchip on a motherboard. Congress passes the CHIPS Act of 2022 to strengthen domestic semiconductor manufacturing, research and design.
Managing Uncertainty: Regulatory Impacts on the Manufacturing Industry

April 30, 2025 | Presidential Administration Impacts

At Frost Brown Todd’s inaugural FBT Connect™ Manufacturing event on April 8, experts opined on t...

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Navigating Nearshoring: Recent Trends and Future Outlook

April 25, 2025 | Publications

For many reasons, companies in the U.S. have recently invested significantly in “nearshoring,” r...

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Public Finance: Adjusting to New Transportation and Infrastructure Priorities

April 15, 2025 | Publications

In uncertain times, it is best to focus on what is known. We are going to see significant changes in...

Social Security Reform Legislation
Antitrust Developments Update for March 2025

March 26, 2025 | Presidential Administration Impacts

FTC Announces Revised HSR Thresholds and Filing Fees The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) adjusts the ...

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U.S. Tariffs on Mexico and Canada: Considerations for the North American Auto Industry

March 7, 2025 | Presidential Administration Impacts

The North American tariff landscape seems to be changing by the hour, adding to the ongoing uncertai...

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Navigating Trump’s New Tariffs: Impact Analysis and Mitigation Strategies

February 7, 2025 | Presidential Administration Impacts

President Donald Trump’s February 1, 2025, executive orders directing the imposition of tariffs on...