Whether U.S. tariffs are wielded as a negotiation tool, a punitive measure or a tactic in support of macroeconomic strategy, they raise difficult questions for companies and finance groups: When will there be policy clarity? What is our exposure? How reliable are our forecasts? How do we become more resilient wherever chaos leads? These are important questions on an important topic. A recent survey found that 59% of respondents believe that tariffs would have a negative effect on their businesses.  

In this article, we explain why and how CFOs need to step up and contribute clarity as they navigate uncertain global economic waters whipped up by tariff turmoil.