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Here’s one key thing you should know about Trump’s shock to the world economy: it could work | James Meadway
It’s hard to say if the president truly knows what he’s doing. But there is a precedent for the US causing short-term chaos and reaping long-term gain. It’s less than a week since Donald Trump’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
Japanese yen and Swiss franc top hedges against Trump tariffs, according to analysts
Investors are flocking to safe haven assets, with some investors looking at the Japanese yen, gold, bonds and "exotic" assets.CNBC - 1d -
Economists take issue with Trump's tariff formula, arguing rate is inflated
The formula the Trump administration used to calculate his tariffs is bewildering economists.CNBC - 3d -
UK Eases Rules on EVs as Trump’s Auto Tariffs Hit
Even before the latest tariffs by the Trump administration, Britain’s car industry was struggling.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump’s Tariffs Drive Another Market Meltdown
A rapidly escalating trade war has socked stocks as investors weigh the fallout from President Trump’s tariff barrage.The New York Times - 4d -
Trump's tariffs: How American families, parents will be impacted
The Trump administration's introduction of new tariffs will impact American families and parents as prices rise.ABC News - 1d -
Morning Report — Trump digs in on tariffs
In today’s issue: President Trump on Sunday redoubled his support for massive tariffs on most of the world amid heavy market fallout and criticism from some allies. Wall Street was rocked by ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump praises Ohtani’s ‘movie star’ looks and attacks senators during Dodgers’ visit
World Series champions visit White House Team visited Joe Biden after 2020 victory Donald Trump praised Shohei Ohtani’s “movie star” looks while also insulting unnamed senators during the Los ...The Guardian - 1d -
Tariffs have shaken the markets - how worried should we be?
Workers are right to fear for their pensions, but the greater worry is the here and now - the economy they live in.BBC News - 1d -
YouTube entrepreneur MrBeast slams Trump's 'brutal' tariffs
YouTube entrepreneur and star MrBeast slammed President Trump’s “brutal” tariffs in a post on the social platform X on Tuesday. “Ironically because of all the new tariffs it is now way cheaper to ...The Hill - 6h -
How do you price the risk of ‘economic nuclear winter’? The market hasn’t a clue | Nils Pratley
While US bosses look terrified of being labelled unpatriotic over Trump’s tariffs, stock markets are trading on guesswork. Volatility grips global stock markets as Trump insists on tariff ...The Guardian - 1d -
Small business owners react to Trump's sweeping tariffs
Small business owners are weighing in on the tariffs President Donald Trump unveiled against virtually all U.S. trading partners on Wednesday afternoon.ABC News - 4d -
Trump’s Tariffs Are Threatening the US Semiconductor Revival
While the White House carved out a narrow exemption for some semiconductor imports, President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs still apply to GPUs and chipmaking equipment.Wired - 3d -
Trump's terrible tariffs: A double whammy for Americans
President Trump's executive order on tariffs is a national sales tax that consumers will pay on top of their local property, state sales and income and federal taxes, and is estimated to amount to ...The Hill - 9h -
Even Streaming Services Might Be Hurt by Trump’s Tariffs
President Trump’s tariffs don’t hit streamers like Netflix directly. But they could impact what streaming services release—and how much people are willing to pay for it.Wired - 8h -
Trump announces 10% baseline tariff on all countries | Special Report
President Trump on Wednesday announced a baseline tariff of 10% on all countries, with additional reciprocal tariffs for some. Maurice DuBois anchored CBS News' special report.CBS News - 2d -
Trump Says No Pause to Tariffs as He Targets China for Retaliation
The president said he would counter Beijing’s tariffs, which came in response to Mr. Trump’s own levies, with even more tariffs on Chinese imports.The New York Times - 1d -
What is Trump's true motive behind his tariff plan?
President Trump's tariffs on Vietnam are causing uncertainty for American textile manufacturers, as they are unsure if the tariffs are part of a plan to rebuild America's manufacturing base or part ...The Hill - 7h -
Trump threatens to veto Senate bill limiting his tariff power
The Trump White House has threatened to veto a bipartisan Senate bill that would check President Trump’s authority to impose new tariffs or increase tariffs by requiring Congress to approve them ...The Hill - 1d -
Nintendo Delays Switch 2 Preorders Thanks to Trump’s Tariffs
In an unprecedented move, Nintendo has pushed preorders for its highly anticipated Switch 2 to an unknown date. Why? Trump’s tariffs.Wired - 4d -
Congress has power over tariffs, but stopping Trump isn't likely as of now
Stock market indices have sharply fallen on the heels of President Trump imposing higher tariffs on more than 180 countries.CNBC - 4d -
Trump says tariffs will accelerate reshoring, but experts say it's not that easy
President Donald Trump may hope his tariffs bring manufacturing and jobs to the U.S., but the reality is not so simple, according to experts.CNBC - 3d -
Trump tells Americans to "hang tough" as 10% universal tariffs take effect
Countries targeted by President Trump for higher so-called reciprocal tariffs are due to go into effect on Wednesday.CBS News - 2d -
Jamie Dimon, Wall Street figures warn about Trump's tariffs
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon and noted Wall Street investor Bill Ackman are speaking out about President Trump's tariffs.CBS News - 1d -
See the full list of reciprocal tariffs by country from Trump's chart
President Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on about 90 countries, including China and the European Union. Here's the list.CBS News - 1d -
Can Musk Pull Trump Back From the Tariff Ledge?
Elon Musk has been criticizing Trump’s tariff policy — and publicly. Could there be a strategy?The New York Times - 1d -
Trump tariffs 'will increase the unemployment rate to recessionary levels,' says economist
As a result of the Trump administration's new tariffs, U.S. job losses “could be in the millions,” says Harry Holzer, senior fellow at Brookings.CNBC - 10h -
China Accuses U.S. of Blackmail After Trump Threatens More Tariffs
China sees little to gain in capitulating to President Trump’s tariff threats, labeling them “blackmail” and vowing to “fight to the end.”The New York Times - 2h -
China vows to fight Trump's tariff trade war "to the end"
As President Trump threatens China with even more tariffs, Beijing says it will never bow to "unilateral bullying," and "will fight to the end."CBS News - 3h -
Stocks slide after Trump moves forward with 104% China tariff
The stock market shed gains after the Trump administration announced it was moving forward with stiff tariffs on Chinese imports.CBS News - 3h -
Why Trump’s Tariffs Are Rattling Even Meta
Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, would not seem to be in the line of fire from tariffs. But President Trump’s trade actions are hitting even social networking businesses.The New York Times - 4d -
7 Americans Weigh In on Trump’s Sweeping Tariffs
Voters were bracing for the effects of President Trump’s recent tariffs in their own lives, but some said they were, for now, waiting and watching to see how all of this plays out.The New York Times - 3d -
Stocks plunge to start week as Trump digs in on tariffs
The stock market kicked off the week with more steep losses after President Trump spent the weekend defending his new tariffs amid growing blowback at home and abroad. The Dow Jones Industrial ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump pushes back on tariff criticism: ‘Don’t be a Panican’
President Trump on Monday pushed back on criticism over his tariffs, calling on Americans to be patient and not be a “panican,” coining a new term. “The United States has a chance to do something ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump 'walked into a buzz saw' on tariffs: Toomey
Former Pennsylvania Sen. Pat Toomey (R) said President Trump has “walked into a buzz saw” with sweeping tariffs being rolled out this week, and he contended the new trade policy will lead to U.S. ...The Hill - 13h -
Top Democrat announces measure to curb Trump on tariffs
Sen. Ron Wyden (Ore.), the top Democrat on the Senate Finance Committee, announced Tuesday he’s introducing a resolution to thwart President Trump’s latest tariffs actions. Wyden said during a ...The Hill - 13h -
Trump trade representative defends tariffs at Senate hearing
During his opening statement at a Senate Finance Committee hearing, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer defended the tariffs President Trump has put in place and said that the economic ...NBC News - 13h -
Democrats use DOGE hearing to target Trump tariffs
House Democrats used a DOGE subcommittee hearing to target President Trump on tariffs on Tuesday. “Unfortunately, Republicans in Congress want to debate office space and furniture while the ...The Hill - 10h -
Trump tariffs live updates: Trump doubles down on tariffs hours before taking effect
An additional 50% tariff on China will go into effect Wednesday, bringing the total tariff rate against Beijing to 104%.ABC News - 2h -
Asian markets fall as Trump’s sweeping global tariffs, including 104% against China, due to take effect – business live
Stock markets down from Australia to Japan and Taiwan as Trump presses ahead with plans to hit China with huge retaliatory tariffs. Today’s tariffs follow Trump’s 10% tariff on all imports from ...The Guardian - 25m