‘It's awful’: How tariffs, soaring fuel costs and higher interest rates are squeezing American companies

CNBC - Sep 20, 2026

Tariffs, fuel prices and interest rates are squeezing American companies, particularly manufacturers, auto suppliers, retailers and transportation businesses.

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