How are companies handling tariff pressures?

Despite economic uncertainty and trade turbulence, almost 80% of S&P 500 companies outperformed their earnings per share estimates during the first quarter of the year. But the continuation of these threats has led a number to issue negative earnings per share guidance for Q2. Consumer companies are experiencing difficulties, with retailers forced to increase prices decided months ago. Faced with rising tariffs, they are adjusting forecasts and passing on higher costs, hurting their gross margins. To reduce these pressures, firms are shifting suppliers, renegotiating deals, and innovating across...