This week marks the beginning of tariff refunds for thousands of U.S. companies following a significant Supreme Court ruling that deemed many of former President Donald Trump's tariffs unconstitutional. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has started disbursing refunds through its Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) system, which allows importers to file claims for refunds on tariffs they originally paid. This refund process is expected to involve over 300,000 importers and total more than $166 billion. Major retailers like Walmart, Target, Nike, and Home Depot are among those set to benefit, with some firms potentially recovering more than they initially paid due to accrued interest. However, ordinary consumers, who ultimately faced increased prices due to these tariffs, will not see any of this money returned to them. The CBP has clarified that only importers and customs brokers are eligible for refunds, leading to frustration among consumer advocates. Some companies have pledged to share their tariff refunds with customers, but the broader question remains whether consumers will ever benefit from these payouts. Legal challenges are also emerging, arguing that companies should compensate consumers who absorbed the costs of the tariffs.