Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled on April 16, 2025, that trade tariffs could add upward pressure to inflation in the short term. He emphasized that such measures complicate the Fed's efforts to stabilize the economy.
Powell warned that trade measures are 'likely to move us further away from our goals' of price stability and maximum employment. This indicates a significant macroeconomic headwind for businesses.
For companies like V.F. Corporation, increased inflation due to tariffs can lead to higher operational costs and potentially dampen consumer demand, impacting overall profitability.
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