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The world’s tiniest nations targeted in Trump’s trade war
The ‘mountain kingdom’ of Lesotho joins Pacific island Nauru on list of countries hit with punishing US tariffsFinancial Times - 2d -
Trump’s destruction of global alliances
America’s tariff onslaught will drive upheaval well beyond tradeFinancial Times - 1d -
Faced with Trump's new tariff, French wine producers expect rough times ahead
France’s wine producers are deeply concerned that the 20% tariff slapped by President Donald Trump will deal a severe blow to the sector that relies on the U.S. as its top marketABC News - 1d -
Trump tariffs: American businesses are 'angry,' worried about survival, and say keeping prices low will be 'really hard'
U.S. business owners say the Trump administration's newly announced tariffs would increase their costs, potentially forcing them to raise prices for customers.CNBC - 1d -
Zuckerberg, Bezos and Musk each lose more than $23 billion after Trump tariffs spark market meltdown
President Trump's recent tariff announcement sent U.S. markets into a nosedive, triggering losses in net worth for Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg.CNBC - 22h -
Starmer's response to Trump tariffs is both to slow down and go faster
What's happening in Whitehall to try to limit the harm to the UK, perhaps by making a deal with the US, and make the most of any opportunities?BBC News - 22h -
Investors brace for sweeping Trump tariff announcement
Trading on Wall Street volatile as US president prepares to escalate trade war on ‘liberation day’Financial Times - 3d -
‘Only job I know’: tiny Lesotho’s garment workers reel from Trump’s 50% tariffs
Impoverished African country is hit with highest tariff rate, overturning decades of global trade policy. The day after Donald Trump announced sweeping global tariffs, Lesotho’s garment workers ...The Guardian - 1d -
Jim Cramer says Trump's behavior has overshadowed U.S. economic strength
CNBC's Jim Cramer said he believes investor sentiment has gotten too negative and could improve if President Donald Trump clarifies his tariff policies.CNBC - 5d -
Trump’s New Tariffs Test Apple’s Global Supply Chain
The iPhone maker spent years trying to move production of some products out of China to avoid tariffs. But now that may not matter.The New York Times - 3d -
Administration asks SCOTUS to lift judge's block on Alien Enemies Act deportations
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court a second time to lift a judge's block on deportations of alleged migrant gang members under the Alien Enemies Act.ABC News - Mar. 28 -
‘I call it termination day’: Ontario premier warns about implications of Trump’s tariff announcement
President Donald Trump promised a new slate of tariffs will go into effect on April 2. Ontario Premier Doug Ford discusses Canada’s plan to retaliate to the new U.S. tariffs and warns Americans ...NBC News - 4d -
Former GOP lawmakers, officials oppose Trump use of Alien Enemies Act for deportations
A group of former Republican lawmakers and officials is opposing President Trump’s use of the Alien Enemies Act for deportations. The group of conservatives, along with the State Democracy ...The Hill - 4d -
Era of globalisation ‘at an end’, says UK minister, as countries mull tariff responses – live updates
Darren Jones says age of ‘fast-fashion or cheap TVs’ is over and people should be prepared for tougher times to come amid market turmoil. Starmer orders economic reset amid Trump’s tariff mayhem ...The Guardian - 20m -
Shoppers will pay more for bananas, coffee and toilet paper because of tariffs, trade group says
Grocery bills will likely rise as shoppers pay more for household staples because of the Trump administration's new tariffs.CNBC - 2d -
Auto Tariffs Take Effect, Putting Pressure on New Car Prices
President Trump says the tariffs will encourage investment in U.S. factories, but analysts say car buyers will have to pay thousands more.The New York Times - 3d -
Judge extends block on probationary employee firings, but only in some states
A federal judge Tuesday indefinitely barred the Trump administration from terminating thousands of probationary employees, but he declined to extend his order nationwide. U.S. District Judge James ...The Hill - 4d -
Trump is getting trade history and economics all wrong
Uncompetitive sectors of U.S. manufacturing did not decline because the rest of the world ripped off America. They declined because America ripped off the rest of the world and lost its ...The Hill - 1d -
Global economy will ‘massively suffer’ from Donald Trump tariffs, Ursula von der Leyen warns – Europe live
European Commission president hopes to move from confrontation to negotiation after Trump attack on ‘pathetic’ EU. What are tariffs and why do they matter? French prime minister François ...The Guardian - 3d -
Trump baffles economists with tariff formula
Calculation deeply flawed economically and will fail in stated aim of ‘driving bilateral trade deficits to zero’, say analystsFinancial Times - 3d -
Donald Trump signs off UK’s handover of Chagos Islands to Mauritius
No 10 says deal to cede UK’s last African colony now being finalised after months of doubt. Donald Trump has signed off the UK’s handover of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, Downing Street has ...The Guardian - 4d -
Investors are turning bearish on the U.S. dollar as Trump tariffs loom
Market watchers told CNBC they saw upside for certain currencies amid "erosion of confidence in the dollar."CNBC - 4d -
With Trump's reciprocal tariffs looming, here are our stocks with the most U.S. sales
Three of our portfolio holdings derive 100% of their sales domestically.CNBC - 3d -
How Trump’s Tariffs Could Hobble a U.S. Battery Boom
Across the country, companies have been installing giant batteries that help them use more wind and solar power. That’s about to get much harder.The New York Times - 2d -
How Trump’s Reciprocal Tariffs Impact the Stock Market
What to know about the president’s trade war and how it impacts Wall Street.Inc. - 2d -
Dollar drops as Trump’s tariffs stoke economic fears
European and US markets fall sharply as investors react to trade broadsideFinancial Times - 2d -
As Trump Tariffs Loom, White House Eyes Costly Farmer Bailouts
The Trump administration has discussed providing financial aid for farmers who may be subject to retaliation by America’s trading partners.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump’s Tariffs Pose a New Threat for Germany’s Stagnant Economy
President Trump’s trade war adds another challenge to the incoming government’s attempts to revive Europe’s biggest economy.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump’s Trade War Pushes Canadian Tech Workers to Rethink Silicon Valley
Canada’s top tech talent has long moved to the US for better opportunities, but Donald Trump’s tariffs and threats are raising questions about how to build a stronger ecosystem at home.Wired - 6d -
Auto giants surprisingly resilient as sweeping U.S. tariffs spare Canada and Mexico for now
Shares of some of the world's biggest automakers appeared surprisingly resilient on Thursday.CNBC - 2d -
Donald Trump ordered to pay £626,000 legal costs after Steele dossier lawsuit
US president had sued over denied allegations he took part in ‘perverted’ sex acts but UK case was thrown out last year. Donald Trump has been ordered by a judge in England to pay more than ...The Guardian - 2d -
Canada announces 25 percent tariff on non-USMCA compliant US auto imports
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Thursday his country will impose 25 percent tariffs on U.S. auto imports that do not comply with the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) on free ...The Hill - 2d -
Globalisation era has ended, says Treasury minister
Sir Keir Starmer has suggested there could be state intervention to protect UK business from tariffs introduced by Donald Trump.BBC News - 13m -
NSA names acting director after top officials ousted
The Trump administration named Lt. Gen. William J. Hartman as acting director of the National Security Agency (NSA) late Thursday, just hours after dismissing top officials, an agency spokesperson ...The Hill - 18h -
Trump Unveils Expansive Global Tariffs
The president said the charges, at least 10 percent on nearly all trading partners, would restore fairness, but experts warned they could destabilize the world’s economy.The New York Times - 3d -
Tech megacaps lose $1.8 trillion in 2 days as Trump tariffs lead Nasdaq to worst weekly drop in 5 years
Technology stocks fell for a second day Friday as retaliatory tariffs from China fueled fears of a global trade war.CNBC - 1d -
Markets crater in response to President Trump’s tariffs
It was the worst day for the stock market since 2020 as investors absorbed the potential impact of an escalating trade war. NBC News’ Christine Romans reports on how the Trump administration is ...NBC News - 2d -
Trump administration cutting some funds to Planned Parenthood
The Trump administration will withhold some federal funding from Planned Parenthood beginning Tuesday, potentially making it harder for Americans to access birth control, cancer screenings, and ...The Hill - 5d -
Europe Has Economic Power. Can It Use It Against Trump’s Tariffs?
European leaders have said they would prefer to negotiate. If that fails, their response could go beyond anything they’ve tried before.The New York Times - 1d