As the United States’ sweeping “reciprocal tariffs” package takes effect, businesses worldwide face skyrocketing import duties, disrupted supply chains, and margin erosion. Over the next 90 days, companies must reassess forecasts, diversify suppliers, and deploy agile scenario planning to maintain competitiveness. The Business Research Company leverages 15,000+ research reports, 60+ geographies, 27 industries, and 1,500,000 datasets to deliver real-time, country-specific insights and bespoke 90-day action plans—making it the only partner you need in these challenging times. From Trump’s 10–54% Tariffs to Tangible Gains, The Business Research Company maps your exposure, uncovers regional advantages, and delivers a personalized Solutions.

In early April 2025, the White House invoked emergency powers to impose a universal 10% tariff on all imports, followed by country-specific “reciprocal” rates of up to 54%, triggering unprecedented global trade uncertainty and a 90-day pause for negotiations.
Major economies—including China, India, the EU, Japan, and Mexico—have already announced or begun retaliatory duties, disrupting just-in-time supply chains and driving ocean freight surcharges above 13%. Investors warn that hardware and manufacturing startups face a “world of hurt,” while venture capital pivots toward software and nearshoring solutions.
Over the next quarter, businesses must:

1. Reevaluate Market Forecasts in light of shifting policy timelines
2. Diversify Supply Chains toward low-tariff jurisdictions and regional hubs
3. Implement Dynamic Pricing Models to protect margins against 2–5% duty-driven erosion
4. Engage with Customs and Coalitions for carve-outs and duty-drawback relief