Washington, USA – Financial experts expect the US market to witness a significant rise in commodity prices during the coming year,
in light of continued inflationary pressures and the uncertainty surrounding future trade policies.
In particular, customs duties stand out as the biggest source of concern
for the financial and business communities, due to their direct impact on price stability.
Import pressures and supply chains
According to recent surveys reported by Reuters, executives believe
that the slight decline in inflation rates recently
This was not enough to dispel the fears, as strong possibilities
for imposing new tariffs loom on the horizon.
As a result, analysts expect these policies to have
an immediate impact on import costs and supply chains.
This will ultimately lead to higher prices for final consumer goods.
Corporate strategies and the fate of the consumer
Furthermore, survey participants indicated that companies have
already begun adopting more cautious policies.
Regarding pricing and investment plans.
From this standpoint, many business owners have shown
a willingness to pass on the additional costs to consumers.
Especially if the rise in transportation, energy, and labor costs continues.
They also pointed out that the state of political uncertainty,
especially in the election atmosphere,
This makes it more difficult to make stable medium-term forecasts.
Challenges for the Federal Reserve
In a related context, financial officials warned that any further tightening of trade policies
This could hinder the Federal Reserve’s efforts to control inflation.
Consequently, monetary authorities may be forced to keep interest rates
at high levels for a longer period than expected.
This increases the borrowing burden on companies
and puts direct pressure on their profit margins.
However, some executives remain cautiously optimistic
about the ability of large companies to absorb these shocks.
By diversifying supply sources and increasing reliance on local production.
However, they stressed at the same time that customs
duties would remain the most influential factor.
This will shape investment decisions in the coming period.
