Tariffs stories

UK firms to invest USD $650 billion in reindustrialisation
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digital transformation
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supply chain & logistics
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capgemini
A Capgemini study reveals UK firms plan to invest USD $650 billion in reindustrialisation over three years, driven by trade tensions and supply chain pressures.

Pigment launches AI Analyst Agent to transform business plans
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partner programmes
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genai
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ai
Pigment has unveiled Analyst Agent, its inaugural AI tool, aimed at empowering senior executives to enhance business strategy amid evolving market conditions.

UK firms optimistic on global expansion despite tariffs
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government
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global expansion
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financial services
A recent survey reveals that 73 per cent of UK firms remain bullish on global expansion, despite trade challenges like rising tariffs from the US.

CEOs globally focus on tariffs & agentic AI in 2025
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ai
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ai agents
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recruitment
IoT Analytics' Q1 2025 report highlights a 190% spike in CEO discussions on tariffs, alongside rising concerns over economic uncertainty and agentic AI.

How the desire for truly unified communications is transforming the telecoms industry
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uc
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
The telecoms industry is undergoing a seismic shift towards unified communications, driven by the demand for seamless, cloud-based telephony solutions.

US tariffs compel firms to shift tariff burden to buyers
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cfo
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analyst report
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us government
New US tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada are driving CFOs to adjust strategies, with 59% expecting to pass costs largely to consumers.

Crypto market shakes as US tariffs & hacks hit confidence
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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bitcoin
March saw a dramatic 20% drop in global crypto market cap, driven by trade tensions and a major exchange hack, with stablecoins hitting USD $224 billion.

The Resilience Roadmap – Six steps to building business strength
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partner programmes
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business strategy
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market research
Amid a 50.2% rise in critical financial stress affecting nearly 47,000 UK businesses, experts outline six essential steps to bolster resilience in 2025.

NFTs aren't just art - they will shape your future
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gaming
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
NFTs are evolving beyond digital art, impacting sectors like music and finance, and offering unique opportunities for ownership in the digital future.

The global impact of U.S. Trade Tariffs: Perspectives from key industries
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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supply chain & logistics
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risk & compliance
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life sciences
The Trump administration's 25% tariffs on aluminium and steel imports send shockwaves through global industries, intensifying costs and supply chain challenges.

60% of firms revamping supply chains amid trade turmoil
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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supply chain & logistics
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investment
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automation
A new report reveals 60% of firms are revamping supply chains to tackle tariff uncertainty and market volatility, driving investments in automation and diversification.

Blue Yonder reports USD $1.36bn revenue growth in 2024
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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digital twins
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ai
Blue Yonder reported a revenue of USD $1.36 billion for full-year 2024, showcasing significant SaaS growth and a strong focus on AI innovations for supply chain solutions.

UK businesses optimistic on growth, investing in AI tech
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
A recent Capgemini report reveals that 60% of UK businesses remain optimistic for 2025, planning increased investments despite fears of trade wars and supply chain issues.

S&P Global forecasts a 9% rise in IT spending for 2025
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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semiconductors
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digital transformation
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genai
S&P Global Ratings predicts a 9% surge in global IT spending by 2025, driven by AI investments in data centres and traditional hardware.

Tradebyte predicts challenges & strategies for 2025
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
Tradebyte forecasts a dynamic future for eCommerce in 2025, highlighting challenges from potential U.S. protectionism and the need for European brands to adapt.

Q4 2024 report shows rise in tariff & agentic AI talks
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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partner programmes
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genai
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ai
IoT Analytics' latest report reveals a surge in discussions on tariffs, reshoring, and agentic AI during Q4 2024 earnings calls among global companies.

Industrial 3D printer shipments set for 2025 rebound
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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3d printing
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analyst report
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aerospace
Shipments of industrial 3D printers are set to recover by late 2025, with a predicted 15% increase driven by demand for metal-based systems.

AI reshapes retail inventory with StyleMatrix by 2025
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
By 2025, StyleMatrix will revolutionise retail inventory management through AI technology, helping retailers adapt to an unpredictable market landscape.

Cybersecurity tops risks for TMT sectors in 2024 report
Tue, 15th Oct 2024
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dei
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risk & compliance
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genai
A new WTW report reveals that 51% of media and telecoms firms cite cybersecurity as a top concern, amid rising AI-related threats and regulatory pressures.

Australian execs fear mounting risks in cyber & geopolitics
Mon, 26th Aug 2024
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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privacy act
A McGrathNicol report reveals 89% of Australian business leaders anticipate worsening risk and security issues in 12 months, driven by heightened cyber and financial pressures.