# How the new administration will impact your business: PwC

## On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, President Donald J. Trump gave his first speech to a joint session of Congress. He talked about his trade policy and the tariffs – 25% on Canada and Mexico and an additional 10% on China – that went into effect Tuesday. He also said he would continue with his plans for reciprocal tariffs on other countries.

The  has been extremely fluid, with warnings and delays for Canada and Mexico before the tariffs went into effect and then pausing some again until April 2 (Canadian and Mexican imports that fall under the United-States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)). China, Mexico and Canada have all announced retaliatory tariffs. &nbsp;The  on the US economy and the impact on financial services is on the rise. 64% of CEOs agree or strongly agree that the election could significantly change how their company does business. Economic policies and stances on regulating technology, AI and data are top concerns.

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### CEOs brace for post-election changes

Seventy-four percent of CEOs agree or strongly agree that the election could significantly change how their company does business, finds PwC’s latest Pulse Survey. Economic policies and stances on regulating technology, AI and data are top concerns. Uncertainty can reveal opportunities — yet corporate culture may slow a CEO’s ability to take advantage of it.

### Why CFOs are hitting pause on investment decisions

The current business environment is causing CFOs to be judicious about spending. Eighty-four percent of CFOs surveyed in PwC’s latest Pulse Survey say they’re delaying at least one investment decision. With so much uncertainty, accurate predictions have become harder.

### COOs looking for tech to boost efficiency and keep an eye on regulations

COOs are increasingly concerned about the pressures they face, with 86% of operations leaders in our October 2024 Pulse Survey identifying a lack of time for long-term strategic thinking as a significant challenge to achieving their priorities, up from 61% who expressed similar concerns in June 2024. Despite these challenges, COOs are pushing forward with digital transformation, with 55% prioritizing artificial intelligence (AI) and 49% focusing on the Internet of Things (IoT) and connected devices to enhance their operations.

### Election complicates risk outlook, planning — now what?

Risk executives are navigating uncharted territory, with nearly 90% citing new risks, regulations and talent challenges as barriers to their priorities, according to our October 2024 Pulse Survey. The election added to the uncertainty, with most expecting increased litigation, regulation and executive orders regardless of the outcome.

### Directors' concerns: Election impact and regulatory environment

Directors already had a heightened sense for risk before adding the election into the equation, according to PwC’s latest Pulse Survey. While even the most experienced boards can’t see around every corner, they should strive to remain agile, stay current in the face of election uncertainty and prepare for different outcomes that could disrupt or accelerate current trends. Each of those scenarios needs board input and oversight.

### The impact of election on talent market: Key considerations for CHROs

Human capital leaders will closely watch policy changes under President-elect Trump for potential impacts on the talent market, including issues like minimum wage, paid leave, and executive compensation. While some CHROs are waiting, others are actively influencing policy, according to our latest Pulse Survey. In the meantime, HR leaders are shifting focus to areas they can control, such as employee work location. With only 36% prioritizing flexibility, they are now emphasizing access to skilled workers and cost savings through a reduced office footprint.

### Navigate inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Navigate the tariff ripple effect: How insurers can navigate inflation and market disruptions

Preparing for the effects of tariffs and associated inflationary trends can enable carriers to stay ahead of the underwriting cycle and manage market dislocation.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### The tariff ripple effect: How insurers can navigate inflation and market disruptions

Preparing for the effects of tariffs and associated inflationary trends can enable carriers to stay ahead of the underwriting cycle and manage market dislocation.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### The tariff ripple effect: How insurers can navigate inflation and market disruptions

Preparing for the effects of tariffs and associated inflationary trends can enable carriers to stay ahead of the underwriting cycle and manage market dislocation.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

### Negotiating inflation and tariffs: Why flexible pricing strategies are critical for insurers

Flexible pricing strategies for insurance companies help maintain profitability and competitiveness during rising inflation and shifting economic conditions.

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