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QUICK SPARK: Trump's Tariff Refunds Are Massive — And Hitting Balance Sheets

Aug 13, 2026 · 04:17 PM ET· updated 1h ago
QUICK SPARK: Trump's Tariff Refunds Are Massive — And Hitting Balance Sheets

S&P 500 earnings growth may look stronger than it actually is when one-time benefits such as tariff refunds are included.

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Why It Matters

Some companies got big one-time money back from tariffs, which makes their profits look better than usual this quarter. When you look at a company's earnings (money it made), remember to think about whether the good news is from their real business or just from getting a refund.

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