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How U.S. Businesses Can Claim Tariff Refunds Under the Duty Drawback Program

U.S. businesses can recover up to 99% of import duties through the Duty Drawback program. Learn who qualifies and how to file a claim.

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March 21, 2026

How U.S. Businesses Can Claim Tariff Refunds Under the Duty Drawback Program

U.S. businesses can recover up to 99% of import duties through the Duty Drawback program. Learn who qualifies and how to file a claim.

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March 21, 2026

CBP Is Building a $166 Billion Refund Machine — But the Court Just Gave It a Pass on the Deadline

The government says its new CAPE system is 70% built. Importers say they still can't file a single claim. Here's where the gap between promise and payout actually stands.

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March 17, 2026

Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Tariffs — Now 330,000 Businesses Must Figure Out How to Get Their Money Back

The 6-3 ruling ends IEEPA tariffs immediately. But the $175 billion refund question has no answer yet — and the clock is already ticking on some claims.

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February 20, 2026

October 2025 Fed Rate Cut with Powell's December Uncertainty Highlighted

The Fed lowered its key rate to 3.75%-4% while announcing an end to quantitative tightening by December. However, Chair Powell's comments introduced doubt about a December rate cut, citing "strongly differing views" within the committee. With mixed economic signals and limited data available, markets remain cautious as they await the December meeting for clearer direction on future policy decisions.

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October 29, 2025

Government Shutdown Leaves Small Business Borrowers in Limbo

The recent failure of Congress to agree on federal funding has resulted in a government shutdown, which began on October 1. This development has thrown small-business borrowers into uncertainty regarding both new and existing SBA loans. During such shutdowns, the Small Business Administration ceases its core lending operations, halting new loan approvals and delaying existing applications.

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October 1, 2025

Trump Claims Tariffs Boost Stock Market Significantly

President Trump's warning about judicial interference with his tariff policies highlights a complex intersection of legal challenges, market volatility, and economic uncertainty that leaves small businesses navigating an unpredictable landscape.

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August 22, 2025

Goldman Sachs Predicts US Consumers to Shoulder Most of Trump's Tariffs

US consumers are expected to bear a substantially increased share of Trump's tariff costs—from 22% to 67%—while businesses' burden decreases, potentially accelerating inflation and complicating economic planning for small businesses and the Federal Reserve alike.

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August 22, 2025

Private Lenders Receive Triple the Debt Payments Compared to China from Emerging Nations

Emerging economies are facing a debt crisis with private lenders demanding three times more in payments than China, creating significant challenges for local governments and businesses as they struggle to balance financial obligations with development needs.

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August 21, 2025

Surveys Indicate Economic Strength Amid Tariff Concerns

Small businesses show remarkable resilience amid global economic uncertainty, with positive indicators in the U.S. and India suggesting potential growth opportunities despite ongoing challenges in international trade relations.

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August 20, 2025

Analyzing Revenue Generated by Trump's Tariffs

This analysis examines how Trump's steep tariff increases have generated $75 billion in revenue this year—an 85.7% jump from 2023—while creating complex challenges for small businesses caught between rising import costs, shifting consumer behavior, and the need for strategic adaptation in an increasingly uncertain trade landscape.

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August 20, 2025

An Examination of Trump's Tariff Impact on U.S. Trade by Sector

Trump's proposed tariff policies are creating waves of uncertainty for small businesses engaged in international trade, with recent developments imposing varying rates on multiple countries while negotiations continue to evolve.

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August 19, 2025

Who Is Trump’s Fed Choice Stephen Miran Criticizing for 'Tariff Derangement Syndrome'?

A potential Federal Reserve nominee challenges conventional wisdom on tariffs, suggesting they could benefit the economy without inflation—a stance that could significantly impact small business financing and operations.

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August 18, 2025

Donald Trump Exclusive: Achieving American Greatness Brings Global Peace

In an exclusive interview, Donald Trump outlines a vision of global and national peace as the ultimate outcome of his "Make America Great Again" agenda, highlighting recent diplomatic and economic achievements that could shape a stable future for small businesses.

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August 7, 2025

Survey Uncovers Payroll Compliance Issues in Small Firms

A recent survey shows that 84% of small businesses still face costly payroll errors due to outdated systems, prompting Employment Hero to offer free payroll software to ease compliance burdens.

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August 6, 2025

Wall Street Worries Rise as Inflation and Jobs Data Reveal Tariff Strain

Economic warning signs emerge as job growth disappoints, inflation persists above target, and tariffs begin to weigh on businesses of all sizes.

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August 4, 2025

White House Releases Full List of Tariffs Starting Tomorrow

New White House tariffs taking effect Friday will impact global trade with rates from 10-41%, hitting Syria hardest while Brazil faces the lowest rates. Signed Thursday, these measures may force small businesses to quickly adapt to higher costs or find new suppliers as they navigate this sudden shift in trade policy.

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August 1, 2025

Federal Reserve Governor Adriana Kugler Resigns, Opening Key Position for Trump's Nominee

Kugler's surprise resignation creates an immediate opportunity for Trump to reshape the Federal Reserve with nominees who support his interest rate agenda. The timing is particularly significant as it comes just after two Trump-appointed Fed governors voted against holding rates steady, signaling growing internal pressure for rate cuts.

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August 1, 2025

Fed Keeps Rates Steady; Two Officials Advocate for Cut

In a rare split decision, the Federal Reserve has kept interest rates steady despite growing White House pressure for cuts, leaving small businesses caught between policy stability and economic headwinds. The controversial move reflects deeper concerns about how rising import duties will impact the economy, with officials divided on whether maintaining the 4.25% to 4.5% benchmark rate adequately supports businesses already struggling with tightening margins.

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July 30, 2025

Reshoring Efforts Create New Opportunities for Small Businesses

Reshoring is creating thousands of new jobs across states like Michigan, Arizona, and Texas—unlocking major growth opportunities for small businesses in manufacturing and tech supply chains.

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July 29, 2025

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