Publications
BusinessEurope statement on the U.S. and the situation concerning Greenland
“The European business community stands in full solidarity with Denmark and the people of Greenland. Respecting territorial integrity and sovereignty is fundamental to upholding international law. T...
The main factors impacting European companies in the U.S. market – a BusinessEurope survey
In September 2025, BusinessEurope conducted a focused survey to identify the main challenges affecting European companies operating in the U.S. market. The survey received 342 direct submissions from...
BusinessEurope reaction to the publication of the EU-U.S. Joint Statement
BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer said: "The publication of the EU-U.S. Joint Statement brings much needed clarity for businesses, but this should not be the end result.
The EU and t...
BusinessEurope welcomes the EU-U.S. agreement averting tariff escalation
Following the announcement of an agreement between the EU and the U.S. ahead of the 1 August deadline, BusinessEurope President Fredrik Persson said:
“We welcome the announcement of a deal between...
European business calls for a pragmatic restart in EU-U.S. trade relations
Brussels / Washington, D.C. - As the 90-day pause on “reciprocal tariffs” continues, European business urges leaders on both sides of the Atlantic to restart and strengthen EU-U.S. trade relations...
EU-U.S. relations – Business views on the way forward
Key messages
For the European business community, the priority is to ensure that the transatlantic relationship thrives and fulfills its potential as driver for growth on both sides. It should al...
Reciprocal US tariffs undermine the Transatlantic economy
Reacting to the US announcement of so-called “reciprocal tariffs”, BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer said:
“The US decision to impose an additional 20% tariff on EU products w...
Additional duties on cars and car parts will harm both Europe and the US
Reacting to the US announcement of 25% additional duties, BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer said: “Additional duties on cars and car parts will harm both Europe and the US. They will...
Additional US tariffs on steel and aluminium are a lose-lose for both sides of the Atlantic
12 March 2025 - Reacting to the US announcement, BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer, said: "Additional US tariffs on steel and aluminium are a lose-lose for both sides of the Atlantic"....
Bilateral relations
U.S. Election: The Transatlantic relationship is vital for Europe and the United States
6 November 2024 - BusinessEurope President Fredrik Persson has congratulated Donald Trump on his election as President of the United States, underscoring the importance of a strong Transatlantic...
Bilateral relations
U.S. Chamber and BusinessEurope Host Annual Transatlantic Business Works Summit
U.S. Chamber and BusinessEurope host annual Transatlantic Business Works Summit - Deepening transatlantic trade and investment ties
Washington, D.C., 23 April - Today the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and...
Bilateral relations
U.S.-EU Trade and Technology Council: Business priorities for the 5th Ministerial
Joint statement by BusinessEurope and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce...
Bilateral relations
EU-US Summit falls short of business expectations
Brussels/Washington, 21 October 2023 - On 20 October, the European Union and the United States of America held their second summit in Washington, DC.
BusinessEurope President Fredrik Persson sa...
Bilateral relations
U.S. – Discriminatory measures in IRA must be addressed and solved
(2 December 2022) - On Monday 5 December, the third Ministerial meeting of the U.S.-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC) and the first Transatlantic Labour Dialogue will take place in Washington, DC....