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Hyundai profit falls 21% on US tariffs, supply chain disruption

Published

23 July 2026

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regulatory

Geography

United States

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Read at asia.nikkei.com

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Hyundai's quarterly profit fell 21% due to US tariffs and supply chain disruptions, signalling immediate cost pressures on automotive exporters to the US market. The impact reflects broader tariff regimes affecting manufacturers with undomesticated supply chains.

◆ The Wire takeaway

If you supply parts to Korean or foreign automotive exporters selling into the US, your customers are absorbing 21% profit hits and will demand cost reductions or localisation within months. Start conversations now about moving production or finding US-based alternatives before margin pressure forces them to switch suppliers.

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