07.08.2025 - "The increase in the US base tariff rate to 15 percent is significantly exacerbating the situation for many German companies operating internationally. Businesses face growing pressure: higher costs, increasing uncertainty, and a lack of relief create immense challenges. Particularly problematic is the new tariff regulation which is part of a deal whose details remain unresolved. This uncertainty is a poison for planning security and competitiveness."

"Our latest DIHK flash survey reveals that almost three-quarters (72%) of German companies with USA-related business regard the increased base tariff as one of the biggest burdens, with trade policy uncertainty ranking even higher (80%). In this context, Brussels now needs to take a clear stance: The EU must act quickly in negotiations with the USA to ensure reliability and achieve substantial economic relief. Companies urgently require a solid, fair, and strategically sustainable agreement."