'Impossible to thrive' | CEOs warn of recession & job cuts as Trump's tariffs shake global markets

Business leaders across the US are bracing for the economic recession they say is being driven directly by White House trade policy and will threaten jobs and security.

In a flash survey conducted by CNBC following the latest tariffs announcement by Donald Trump, 69% of CEOs said they now expect a recession - with over half forecasting it will begin this year.