Without the EU, the joke is on us if Trump gets his tariffs

Without the EU, the joke is on us if Trump gets his tariffs | William Keegan

Stronger ties with the single market is the only way to stop the president-elect from having the last laugh. ‘As democracy is perfected, the office of president represents, more and more closely, ...

World - The Guardian - 10 hours ago

Are you worried about inflation? Then fear Trump, not Rachel Reeves | William Keegan

The chancellor’s budget may have a small effect on UK interest rates. But US tax cuts and tariffs could have international repercussions. Having been fairly critical of my (almost) friend Rachel ...

World - The Guardian - November 10

Obama says ‘you can count on Kamala’ at Philadelphia rally – as it happened

This blog is closing now, thanks for following along. You can find all of our US elections coverage here . . Outcry over Trump’s hint at ‘little secret’ with House Republicans Share your ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Can Trump impose tariffs without Congress? It's complicated, experts say.

President-elect Donald Trump claims he can unilaterally impose sweeping tariffs on U.S. imports. The reality is more complicated, according to trade experts.

Here’s how tariffs can be implemented without rocking markets, Trump-friendly strategist says

A senior hedge-fund strategist argues the Trump administration can have its tariff cake and eat it too.

Business - MarketWatch - November 14

Tariff test for EU as Trump prepares to squeeze trade partners

Senior US official urges Brussels to postpone resumption of ‘retaliatory’ levies scheduled for March

Business - Financial Times - November 12

Tony Hinchcliffe defends his Puerto Rico jokes from Trump rally

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe is defending his jokes about Puerto Rico at former President Trump's New York City rally on Sunday after facing significant backlash from figures across the political ...

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Trump just might be able to impose higher tariffs without starting a trade war

The president-elect’s trade policies are still uncertain. But here are some potential pros and cons.

Business - MarketWatch - November 16

How Trump — with or without the Senate — could install his Cabinet nominees

The move by the president to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments would create a new precedent, experts say, affecting the way presidents see presidential power going forward.

Europe could try to stop — or get around — damaging Trump tariffs

Donald Trump's U.S. election win has left Europe scrabbling to work out how it will be able to contain — or counter — probable tariffs on its exports to the U.S.

Business - CNBC - November 11

Brussels downgrades Eurozone growth forecast to 1.3%

Germany’s economic struggles weigh down on region as US continues to outpace Europe

Business - Financial Times - November 15

It’s hard to fill a budget black hole if you’ve ruled out raising income tax | William Keegan

Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves were so desperate to win the election that they deprived themselves of the best tools for fixing their bleak ‘inheritance’. It saddens those of us who waited so long ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

Tariffs hurt his business. He's voting for Trump anyway

Donald Trump's call for sweeping tariffs is resonating, as protectionism gains steam in the US.

What could Trump's return, and his tariffs, actually mean for China?

Could the tariffs Trump's threatened to slap on Chinese imports backfire and help Beijing? Some experts say they will.

Trump expands search for Treasury secretary

President-elect’s top economic appointment has kicked off fierce lobbying among loyalists

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

US trade partners brace for tougher tariffs in Trump’s second term

Steps taken in the Republican’s first few weeks in office are expected to be ‘lasting ones’

World - Financial Times - November 7

Trump’s trade tariffs: how protectionist US policies will hit German carmakers

‘Shifts in production’ expected if baseline tariffs on imported goods are imposed to benefit US auto manufacturing . In 1964 the new US president was angry about European trade. Specifically about ...

World - The Guardian - November 9

Trump tariffs would hurt US defence sector, warns Beijing adviser

Chinese government-affiliated expert says America would bear brunt of trade measures promised by president-elect

World - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Italian cheesemakers stockpile in US over fear of Trump tariffs

Exporters of dairy and olive oil made in Italy face shipping and storage crunch in run-up to Christmas

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Vance says 'we have to stop getting so offended' when asked about racist jokes at Trump rally

Sen. JD Vance said that while he hadn't heard the racist jokes made by a comedian at his running mate's New York City rally the previous night, he thinks Americans need to "stop getting so offended."

Politics - NBC News - October 29

Trump’s Tariffs

We explore his promise to impose a charge on foreign products entering the U.S.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

As Trump courts the Latino vote, comedian Tony Hinchcliffe makes racist jokes at MSG rally

As Donald Trump courts the community’s vote, comedian Tony Hinchcliffe crudely mocked Latinos during the pre-program of the former president’s Madison Square Garden rally.

EU drives through tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles

Levies totalling up to 45% needed to compensate for Beijing’s ‘injurious’ subsidies, says Brussels

Business - Financial Times - October 30

EU imposes new tariffs on Chinese cars

The European Union on Wednesday imposed tariffs on Chinese-produced electric vehicles (EVs), adding another pressure point to Chinese EVs on top of existing American duties imposed by President ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Puerto Ricans voting in US swing state warn Trump 'garbage' joke won’t be forgotten

Puerto Ricans make up a large portion of the Latino vote in Pennsylvania and many are angered by a comedian's remark at the island's expense.

Racist jokes about Puerto Rico at rally bring anger and disgust: ‘Truly how the Trump party sees us’

Tony Hinchcliffe’s series of racist jokes at Donald Trump’s rally on Sunday were widely condemned . Some Americans, particularly those of Puerto Rican descent, said that the racist remarks aired ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

US presidential election updates: Poll shows Harris ahead in early voting as Trump jokes about reporters being shot

Kamala Harris holds marginal leads over Donald Trump in swing state polls with less than 48 hours before polls close in the 5 November election. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

US election live updates: Harris and Trump hold duelling Pittsburgh rallies in final hours of campaigning

Harris says ‘momentum is on our side’ at Pennsylvania rally while Trump celebrates endorsement from podcaster Joe Rogan. Trump and Harris visit key states in final day of campaigning Don’t miss ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

Trump’s tax plans: $7,500 EV credit likely to get axed, as tariffs spark anxiety

One tax credit that appears on track for elimination is an Inflation Reduction Act provision that can provide up to $7,500 to buyers of electric vehicles.

Business - MarketWatch - November 12

Watch: Donald Trump casts his vote with wife Melania

The Republican presidential candidate says he feels "very confident" as he casts his ballot.

Elon Musk, Trump allies say his tariff plans could cause short-term pain for consumers

Donald Trump has proposed universal tariffs, which Vice President Kamala Harris attacked, calling the proposal a "Trump sales tax" on American consumers.

Business - CNBC - October 30

Reeves hints UK will urge Trump not to raise tariffs as economists fear his policies will cut growth – UK politics live

Chancellor says UK’s trading relationship with US is ‘absolutely crucial’ and promises not to be a ‘passive actor’. Another Labour politician who has criticised Donald Trump strongly in the past ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

Will Trump’s tariffs cause price hikes in electronics? Here’s how his plans could lead to trouble in the semiconductor industry

The semiconductor industry could be facing some serious trouble next year, if President-elect Donald Trump follows through on some of his campaign promises.

Business - MarketWatch - November 16

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