American manufacturers compare the tariff crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic.

American manufacturers feel as if they have returned to the beginning of the pandemic: some believe that the problems caused by tariffs have become as challenging as COVID-19 in securing critical materials. Instead of stimulating production, tariffs have now slowed down the industrial sector. Factories report increased delivery times, a rapid rise in material prices, and automakers warn of disruptions that threaten production halts.

'The administration's tariffs have disrupted supply chains comparable to COVID-19', noted one manufacturer.

Research shows that delivery times from suppliers are the slowest in the last two years due to fluctuating tariffs. Manufacturers are facing expedited demands to bring goods into the country before tariffs are implemented, complicating the process. Experts warn that the longer this situation lasts, the harder it will be to rectify. The pandemic highlighted supply chain issues, and tariffs only complicate the situation.

'Delivery times are increasing under weak demand conditions - this is not normal', noted a supply chain management professor.

Challenges of Ukrainian enterprises in the COVID-19 environment

The U.S. has been left without alternatives for some critical materials due to China's export restrictions in response to American tariffs. This leads to issues in the production of cars and other products, which could have serious repercussions for the economy.

A Ukrainian enterprise in the face of COVID-19: how the tariffs of the American administration begin to impact the supply and production of valuable materials. Problems with supply chains and increasing delivery times remind American manufacturers of the hardships of the past pandemic.

American manufacturers face significant challenges due to fluctuating tariffs that complicate supplies and production. This situation is exacerbated by export restrictions from China, having a serious impact on the economy. Ukrainian companies are also feeling the consequences of these problems, facing difficulties in supplying valuable materials amidst the pandemic.