The reintroduction of 25% U.S. tariffs on multiple countries is more than political posturing, it’s a macroeconomic shockwave that reverberates through every balance sheet. CFOs don’t have the luxury of waiting for trade policy to stabilize. The Office of the CFO must act now – to protect liquidity, preserve margins, and turn volatility into value.
A CFO’s Reality Check
The latest round of tariffs is forcing leadership teams to reassess supplier relationships, pricing strategies, and financing structures in real time. These aren’t theoretical risks – they’re immediate cash flow events. Procurement teams may be renegotiating contracts, but the lag between strategy and execution can be fatal to liquidity. Unfortunately, the changeable nature of these tariff mandates doesn’t negate them – it actually increases the need for CFO’s to be nimble and prepared to respond quickly.
That’s why GSCF offers a proactive approach with our Connected Capital model with alternative capital channels and integrated working capital programs to strengthen customers’ financial position and gain real-time control.
Why This Isn’t Just About Trade
Tariffs act as a slow-moving liquidity crisis. Margins compress. Suppliers become stressed. Cash conversion cycles elongate. If you’re waiting for your bank to offer more credit, you’re already behind.
GSCF’s hybrid model has allowed us to:
- Deploy alternative capital without increasing our leverage ratios
- Maintain strong supplier ties by offering early payments without weakening our own liquidity
- Access dashboards that model risk exposure across regions in real time
This is not about riding out the storm. It’s about using the storm to reset how we finance growth.
The Strategic Window Is Open, But Not Forever
The 90-day pause before tariffs fully take effect isn’t a grace period – the run-up periods to implementation are a countdown. We’re using this window to help customers hardwire resilience into their working capital model. GSCF is a key partner in enabling that shift.
If you’re still viewing working capital as an operational task, you’re missing the bigger play.
This is finance’s moment to lead. Contact us today to see how GSCF can support your working capital needs.
In the meantime, check out our tariff-related resource materials.
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