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 companies and federations across Europe, representing a broad and balanced mix of sectoral and national perspectives.

The findings reveal a consistent call for greater stability, regulatory alignment, and a more predictable transatlantic trading environment. Above all, businesses stress that restoring competitiveness in the U.S. market is essential to securing long-term growth and investment.