‘It's awful’: How tariffs, soaring fuel costs and higher interest rates are squeezing American companies
- Posted on September 20, 2026
- By CNBC
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In brief
American businesses face unprecedented economic headwinds as multiple macroeconomic factors converge to threaten profitability. Rising tariff barriers, volatile fuel markets, and elevated borrowing costs are creating a perfect storm affecting manufacturing, automotive supply chains, retail operations, and logistics sectors. Companies struggle to maintain margins while managing supply chain disruptions and increased operational expenses, forcing difficult decisions on pricing and investment strategies.
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‘It's awful’: How tariffs, soaring fuel costs and higher interest rates are squeezing American companies
Tariffs, soaring fuel prices and higher interest rates are squeezing American companies, particularly manufacturers, auto suppliers, retailers and transportation businesses.
