Trump’s 2025 Tariffs Explained: Impact on UK Businesses

Описание: Trump’s latest tariff moves are reshaping costs for UK businesses that sell into the US or buy US-linked components. In this video, I break down what changed, who’s most exposed, and practical steps to protect margins.

What changed
• A baseline tariff on many imports, with exemptions possible for countries that strike “reciprocal” deals with the US.
• Tougher treatment of small parcels after changes to the de minimis rule, raising costs for e-commerce and parts.
• Ongoing talk of higher rates on specific countries/products — firms should plan on today’s rules and monitor updates.

Why UK businesses should care
• The US is the UK’s largest single-country export market; services dominate, but goods exposure is still material.

What you’ll learn
• Which UK sectors face the biggest exposure (machinery, automotive parts, consumer goods)
• How tariff changes feed into landed cost, pricing, and contracts
• Ways to reduce impact: HS codes & rules of origin checks, supplier re-quotes, incoterms review, shipment batching, and renegotiating FX and freight
• When to push for tariff exemptions/waivers tied to reciprocal agreements, and what documentation helps

Join the discussion
Tell me in the comments: your sector, whether you export to the US, and what % of sales could be hit. I’ll reply with sector-specific tips.

Helpful resources mentioned
• Reuters update on exemptions for trade-deal partners.
• White House executive order background on reciprocal tariff policy.
• UK government factsheet on UK–US trade.

If you want a cost calculator or a sector checklist, say “calculator” in the comments and we'll share a template.

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