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The Week Ahead (April 20-26): U.S. Tariff Refund System Launches, Beijing Auto Show Opens

Published: Apr. 17, 2026  11:34 p.m.  GMT+8
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April 20: U.S. tariff refund system goes live

U.S. Customs will begin accepting applications for tariff refunds following a court ruling requiring the government to repay up to $170 billion to about 330,000 importers, plus interest. The move could ease cost pressures for businesses and affect trade flows.

April 20-24: Hannover Messe opens in Germany

The world’s largest industrial trade fair will showcase advanced manufacturing and technology trends, offering a key gauge of global industrial recovery and supply chain shifts.

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  • U.S. tariff refunds launch April 20: up to $170B plus interest for 330,000 importers.
  • Hannover Messe (Apr 20-24, Germany) showcases industrial trends; Future Aviation Forum (Apr 20-22, Saudi Arabia) discusses aviation.
  • Senate hearing April 21 on Kevin Warsh Fed chair nomination; Beijing Auto Show (Apr 24-May 3) features EVs.
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