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(2 articles)Risk & Disruption
High ImpactAug 7, 2026Global Tensions & Rising Costs Squeeze UK SME Supply Chains
The UK's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are facing a perfect storm of operational challenges driven by global geopolitical tensions and persistently elevated transportation and material cos
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Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactJul 14, 2026Tariff Refunds Hit $171B: SMEs Struggle to Claim Deadline
US Customs has approved over 70% of refund applications for tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), with $171.1 billion owed to claimants. However, the article r
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