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Fed's Barkin: Auto firms under tariffs will face tough choices on pricing, margins

The article from MSN Money discusses comments made by Richmond Federal Reserve President Thomas Barkin regarding the impact of tariffs on the U.S. auto industry. Barkin highlighted that auto companies, particularly those producing vehicles in China for export to the U.S., will face significant decisions on pricing and profit margins due to the new tariffs. He noted that these companies might either absorb the cost, thereby reducing their margins, or pass the increased costs onto consumers, which could affect demand. Barkin emphasized the complexity of the situation, suggesting that the industry's response would depend on various factors including the elasticity of demand for vehicles, competitive pressures, and the strategic decisions of individual firms. He also mentioned that while tariffs aim to protect domestic industries, they could lead to higher prices for consumers and potentially disrupt global supply chains.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/feds-barkin-auto-firms-under-tariffs-will-face-tough-choices-on-pricing-margins/ar-AA1BNNAh ]