Membership survey 

26 September 2025: Following the EU-US Framework Agreement,  AmCham EU conducted a flash survey of its members to find out how they expect the transatlantic business  relationship to evolve in light of the deal. This survey builds on our poll from January, which captured business expectations for the new EU and US administrations around US Inauguration Day. The September survey finds that, while American companies in Europe maintain a pessimistic outlook on transatlantic trade and investment, the Framework Agreement has nearly cut this pessimism in half (down to 46% from 89% in January). 

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Reaction to the EU-US Framework Agreement 

9 September 2025: The Framework Agreement reached between the EU and the US dominated the headlines over the summer. While business would have liked to see the deal go further on tariff reduction, it has prevented the escalation of tensions into a full-scale trade war that would have caused severe disruption to transatlantic commerce. In this context, Malte Lohan, CEO, AmCham EU, makes the case for a swift implementation of the agreement. As he points out, ‘the path that provides the best foundation for restoring much-needed predictability is the one that builds on the deal we have’. 

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29 August 2025: Commission proposals pave way for more predictable EU-US trade environment 

By tabling two proposals to implement the EU-US framework agreement, the European Commission has moved quickly to bring more predictability to transatlantic trade. The European Parliament and Council should now follow suit and approve the proposals without delay. We are concerned that any attempt to postpone or reopen the agreement – whether initiated in Brussels or Washington, DC – would undermine the predictability that the deal seeks to establish. The sooner the deal is fully implemented, the sooner businesses will benefit from a more stable trading environment and both sides can build on the terms set out in the EU-US Joint Statement. (full statement) 

14 July 2025: EU-US trade dispute: measured EU response paves way for negotiated outcome

AmCham EU is concerned about the United States potentially imposing a 30% tariff on EU imports as of August 1. This move would generate damaging ripple effects across all sectors of the EU and US economies. Tariffs disrupt supply chains and add costs and complexity for businesses on both sides of the Atlantic, undermining their competitiveness. In this context, the EU’s decision to hold off on imposing countermeasures against the US until early August is a constructive signal. It provides relief to industry, helps avoid further escalation and creates space for continued dialogue. The two sides must urgently seek a negotiated outcome to the ongoing dispute with the goal of lowering barriers to trade. (full statement)

3 April 2025: Reciprocal tariffs: AmCham EU urges de-escalation in tit-for-tat dispute 

The US administration announced the imposition of a 20% tariff on most imports from the EU. In response, the EU indicated it is preparing for further countermeasures if no negotiated solution is found. AmCham EU is concerned that these measures will create damaging ripple effects across all sectors of the economy. Tariffs are harmful taxes on imports that increase costs for consumers and businesses. The associated financial impact and supply chain disruptions for a broad range of industries will be widespread and are simply too difficult to assess. The rapid imposition of the tariffs adds to the overall uncertainty, leaving close to no time for companies and officials to adjust. (full statement)

11 February 2025: American business in Europe remains opposed to US steel and aluminium tariffs 

President Trump has announced his decision to impose 25% tariffs on all US steel and aluminium imports, which will target the EU directly. This is a decision that the AmCham EU opposed in 2018 and opposes again today. US tariffs on EU imports of steel and aluminium will have a wide-reaching and overwhelmingly negative impact on jobs, prosperity and security on both sides of the Atlantic. The damage will extend beyond just the steel and aluminium sectors, impacting all businesses that rely on these materials throughout the supply chain. (full statement)   

28 July 2025: EU-US trade deal brings relief to transatlantic business 

The framework agreement reached between the EU and the US provides relief to businesses bracing for significant disruption across global supply chains. The deal brings much-needed de-escalation in the ongoing dispute and greater certainty for companies. However, a 15% tariff still marks a significant increase in the cost of trading across the Atlantic for many sectors. The EU and the US must now build on this deal to reach a permanent agreement, with technical details defined as soon as possible. (full statement) 

26 May 2025: EU-US trade dispute: continued pause prevents further escalation

The confirmation of the 9 July deadline for EU-US trade negotiations, following a call between President Trump and President von der Leyen, prevents further escalation of trade tensions. The continued talks give room for the EU and the US to reach a deal. (full statement)

12 March 2025: US steel and aluminium tariffs: American business in Europe responds 

The US administration has imposed tariffs on steel and aluminium, including EU imports. In response, Malte Lohan, CEO, AmCham EU, expressed the opposition of American business in Europe to the decision, stating: ‘The US administration’s new steel and aluminium tariffs are not the same as those imposed in 2018. They are more stringent and cover a range of downstream products, meaning their impact will be harsher and affect even more sectors.’ (full statement) 

3 February 2025: US business in Europe cautions against potential EU-US trade tit-for-tat 

The US administration is moving forward with the implementation of 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico and 10% on China. This decision has sparked concerns from the business community around the world. The US Chamber of Commerce has highlighted why these ‘unprecedented’ tariffs are not the answer to the problems the administration seeks to address as well as the associated economic risks (full statement).