Trump tariffs on Canada, Mexico raises risks, tough choices for businesses

Trump’s tariffs spook consumers weary of inflation

The high spirits that greeted the US president’s election triumph in November have faded

Financial Times - 6d

Trump threatens to impose 25% tariffs on EU goods

US president warns levies will target auto sector and be applied ‘generally’

Financial Times - 6d

Trump says 25% tariffs on EU will be announced soon

"The EU was formed to screw the United States," Trump says.

BBC News - 5d

European stocks fall after Trump’s tariff warnings

US president has threatened 25% duties on EU imports as well as levies on other major trading partners

Financial Times - 5d

FirstFT: Trump says UK could be spared tariffs

Also in today’s newsletter, Citi sends client $81tn in ‘near miss’ and Mexico extradites prisoners to the US

Financial Times - 4d

When It Comes to Tariffs, Trump Can’t Have It All

The president has promised big results, from raising revenue to reviving domestic manufacturing. But many of his goals undermine one another.

The New York Times - 4d

Inflation Is Rising. What Will That Mean for Trump’s Tariffs?

Consumer sentiment has turned south as high prices weigh on households. Could that crimp big pieces of the president’s economic agenda, including tariffs?

The New York Times - 4d

Currency investors grow wary of bets on Trump tariffs

FX volatility expectations fall after traders ‘burned’ trying to react to US president’s trade threats

Financial Times - 2d

How Trump’s Tariffs Could Affect American Companies

Business owners told The Times that President Trump’s tariffs could lead to higher costs and expressed frustration at the sudden uncertainty about policy.

The New York Times - 2d

Nissan and Stellantis Could Be Hit Hardest by Trump’s Tariffs

A possible 25 percent levy on goods from Canada and Mexico is likely to raise the prices consumers pay for new cars and trucks, and disrupt complex supply chains.

The New York Times - 1d

How Trump’s Tariffs on China Are Affecting Toy Companies

A trade show for toys, most of which are made in China, showcased an industry, underneath the fun, rattled by President Trump’s higher tariffs.

The New York Times - 1d

Tuesday Briefing: Trump’s Tariffs Set to Take Effect

Plus, Sean Baker’s big Oscar wins.

The New York Times - 1d

FirstFT: Trump tariffs hit global stock markets

Also in today’s newsletter, US suspends Ukraine military aid and global government borrowing set to hit record

Financial Times - 15h

Target warns Trump’s tariffs could cut into profits

Big-box US retailer says it expects ‘meaningful year-over-year profit pressure’ in first quarter

Financial Times - 15h

Trump trade war intensifies as tariffs go into place

Americans awoke Tuesday morning to an intensifying trade war, as President Trump’s newest tariffs on Canadian, Mexican and Chinese imports were imposed and those countries quickly moved to ...

The Hill - 13h

Trump expected to address tariffs in joint address to Congress

Trump administration grapples with Russia-Ukraine relations

NBC News - 14h

Trump to address Congress amid tariff war backdrop

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The Hill - 9h

Trudeau slams Trump's tariffs as stocks plunge

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is calling out President Trump's tariffs levied. This comes as the stock markets show signs of panic among investors over the tariffs. CBS News' Lana Zak has ...

CBS News - 9h

Stocks Slump as Trump Tariffs Take Effect

Wall Street has wiped out the gains made since President Trump’s election victory, as investors’ hopes of business-friendly policies have given way to fears over tariffs.

The New York Times - 5h

Autoworkers union cheers Trump's 'aggressive' tariff actions

The United Auto Workers (UAW) union said it supported President Trump’s Tuesday tariffs, offering a full backing for the “aggressive” action seeking to alter past trade agreements with neighboring ...

The Hill - 5h

Trump to focus on tariffs and economy in address to Congress

President Trump will speak to both chambers of Congress on Tuesday night and describe his vision for the future hours after sweeping tariffs went into effect against the U.S.' three largest trading ...

CBS News - 4h

Stocks tumble after Trump tariffs take effect

The Trump administration's long-promised tariffs took hold on Tuesday.

ABC News - 5h

President Trump’s tariff timeline: What to know

President Trump’s first few months in office have been filled with sweeping economic policies that overturned the United States’s norms for international trade agreements with countries including ...

The Hill - 2h

Trump's abrupt change of US policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support

U.S. President Donald Trump’s abrupt reversal of three years of American policy toward Ukraine has raised concerns China might become emboldened to push its territorial claim on Taiwan, though ...

ABC News - Feb. 24

Why Trump’s move to boost the U.S. copper market is a ‘pipe dream’ that could raise prices

President Donald Trump has made it clear that he is concerned about the United States’ dependence on foreign countries for much of its copper and is looking to boost domestic mining of the metal, ...

MarketWatch - 4d

Trump Envoy Suggests U.S. Companies Could Do Business In Russia Amid Peace Deal

Steve Witkoff says in the event of a peace deal in the Ukraine war, U.S. firms could operate in Russa.

Inc. - Feb. 23

'Uphill battle' ahead: Trump, business leaders and economists react to German election result

As a new chapter in German politics begins on Monday following the federal election at the weekend, there's a distinct feeling of déjà vu in Berlin.

CNBC - Feb. 24

Trump Calls Beneficial Ownership Reporting a ‘Disaster’ for Small Businesses as Treasury Kills Enforcement

Turns out procrastination worked out after all for the millions of businesses who held off on submitting their beneficial ownership reports.

Inc. - 1d

The Rangers Have No Choice But To Sell At The Trade Deadline

Coming out of the 4 Nations Face-Off break, the New York Rangers have looked abysmal and there’s no other way around it.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 24

A rational path forward in Gaza: Give Palestinians a choice

Israel should honor the ceasefire agreement with Hamas, which would secure the safe return of the hostages, rather than resuming the war and potentially causing thousands more deaths.

The Hill - 3d

Democrats won’t fight Trump’s tariff policies. On trade, Trump is a Democrat.

President Donald Trump's recent trade policy has been met with surprising support from congressional Democrats, despite his protectionist policies being more aligned with progressive Democrats than ...

The Hill - Feb. 23

Increasing defence budget will require tough trade-offs

If Labour will not budge on tax, inflation and a persistent deficit may be the result

Financial Times - 6d

Time to Ask Some Tough Questions About AI

Has there ever been as much hype about a product that has yet to prove its value for most businesses? That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take a hard look at what AI might do for you.

Inc. - 16h

Apple cheers Trump with $500bn US investment plan; UK defence firm Chemring ‘targeted’ by private equity firm – business live

One of the world’s largest private equity investors has made an approach to buy Chemring, the FTSE 250 defence group, Sky News reports. German election live: Merz says priority is to make Europe ...

The Guardian - Feb. 24

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