Chief executives are divided in their initial responses to the Trump administration's economic policies. While some support proposed spending cuts and deregulation, others are alarmed by tariff impacts and declining consumer confidence. The uncertainties surrounding international trade and the potential rollback of established economic agreements pose risks for American companies. Leaders express hesitation to act decisively, concerned about Trump’s threats to companies opposing him, while also aware that inaction could result in a deteriorating business climate. The need for unified, collective action among business leaders is emphasized as essential for navigating the challenges ahead.
Given Mr. Trump's threats to punish companies that cross him, chief executives are unsure how to respond. They've mostly been quiet.
American companies spent decades developing multinational operations relying on a web of economic trade agreements that fortified postwar America as the envy of the world.
Collective action—whether quiet or vocal—must be the answer to navigate the erratic policies and questionable diplomacy threatening a stable business environment.
Most chief executives are not protectionist or isolationist and do not want to be seen as complicit in troubling economic policies.
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