🌍💼 Uncertainty around US tariffs is shaking up boardrooms worldwide, sparking CEO anxiety and delaying critical business decisions, according to Martin Sorrell, founder of S4 Capital and advertising industry titan. Speaking at the China Development Forum 2025, Sorrell told CGTN that the current tariff landscape adds a 'layer of risk' to global strategies, leaving execs in a 'wait-and-see' mode.
🔍 'When policies are unpredictable, CEOs hit pause,' Sorrell explained, likening the situation to a high-stakes game of chess where the rules keep changing. His comments come as businesses navigate geopolitical tensions and economic headwinds, with Asia's markets—including the Chinese mainland—watching closely for ripple effects.
📉 The report echoes concerns from young entrepreneurs and investors tracking cross-border trade. As one forum attendee tweeted: 'Tariffs aren’t just numbers—they’re mood killers for innovation.' Stay tuned as leaders brainstorm solutions at this year’s summit. 💡✨
