UK manufacturing exporters fear impact of US tariffs: BCC survey

One-tenth of UK businesses think new US tariffs would have a significant impact on them, according to a survey by a leading industry chamber. Almost two-thirds of manufacturers that export said they will be affected by US tariffs. A third of businesses surveyed overall fear they will be affected. Firms are worried about the direct cost impact but also the wider issue of depressed global demand.

Feb 13, 2025 - 04:33
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UK manufacturing exporters fear impact of US tariffs: BCC survey
One-tenth of UK businesses think new US tariffs would have a significant impact on them, according to a survey by a leading industry chamber. Almost two-thirds of manufacturers that export said they will be affected by US tariffs. A third of businesses surveyed overall fear they will be affected. Firms are worried about the direct cost impact but also the wider issue of depressed global demand.