SME optimism fades as confidence slips
Business Partners’ Q1 2025 SME Confidence Index finds early-year optimism has been eroded – driven chiefly by budget uncertainty, a R75bn revenue shortfall and global volatility.
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Appeals court says most of Trump’s tariffs are unlawful, but duties stay for now
The Federal Circuit ruled most of the tariffs lack statutory authorisation but left the duties in place while the administration prepares an appeal.
How US trade policy is reshaping global investment strategy
Sanlam Investments says rising protectionism may accelerate global economic fragmentation and force equity investors to rethink traditional strategies.
Tariffs survive challenge as Federal Circuit pauses lower court’s decision
The court cited substantial legal issues over the president’s trade powers and the risk of economic harm, directing the parties to file briefs by early June.
Court strikes down Trump’s emergency tariffs as executive overreach
The White House has already filed an appeal, setting the stage for a legal battle that could reach the Supreme Court.
Landmark trade court suit could nullify Trump’s global tariffs
The ruling could strip the president of the power to levy duties without congressional approval and force the roll-back of existing levies, with major implications for businesses and global supply chains.
