Trump Tariff Tumult - QuikReader

Trump Defends Tariff Strategy Amid Global Trade War and Market Chaos

Amid the doom and gloom in financial markets, President Trump continues to insist he’s got a plan.

The New York Times - 1d

Why did Trump pause the tariffs? Look to the bond market.

President Trump had brushed off the stock market's plunge, but turmoil in the bond market got his administration's attention.

CBS News - 7h

Trump’s Trade War Is Strengthening China’s Soft Power

President Trump’s tariffs are boosting China’s global image even as they threaten to decimate its economy.

Wired - 9h

Companies See China as a Safe Harbor Amid Trump’s Tariffs

The heavy U.S. tariffs on other Asian countries have made China a more appealing option for companies scared to make a hasty decision amid upheaval in global trade.

The New York Times - 1d

China Says Shoppers Will Offset Trump Tariffs, But Doubts Remain

If sky-high U.S. tariffs hurt China’s exports, domestic spending will help make up for it, Beijing says. But shoppers were skittish even before the trade war.

The New York Times - 19h

Nintendo Switch Game Console Release Is Whipsawed by Tariff Threats

The company moved most of its manufacturing to Vietnam from China to avoid tariffs. But the unpredictability of President Trump’s plans has thrown Nintendo for a loop.

The New York Times - 4h

After Trump’s Pause on Tariffs, EU Delays Retaliation to Allow Talks

The bloc had voted to impose retaliatory measures just before President Trump made his last-minute U-turn. It has now announced a postponement.

The New York Times - 12h

As Trump’s trade war rages, the shipping industry wrestles with uncertainty and the risk of disruption

The Trump administration’s rapid escalation of tariffs “may be reshaping global trade flows,” says logistics-tech company Descartes.

MarketWatch - 4h

The Guardian view on the tariff war pause: the Trump trade shambles is not over | Editorial

The US president blinked first, but this is just a time-out. The threat to the global economy remains real.. It was Donald Trump who blinked first. Never forget that. China is unlikely to ...

The Guardian - 12h

4/10: CBS Evening News Plus

Why the stock market is down after Trump tariff pause; Reporter's Notebook: Trump's shifting rhetoric on tariffs

CBS News - 1h

With uncertainty over tariffs, should you do holiday shopping now?

With a lot of uncertainty surrounding President Donald Trump’s tariffs and trade war, experts are predicting higher prices on everything from toys to electronics and decorations. NBC’s Brian Cheung ...

NBC News - 18h

Navarro sidesteps question on tariff pause decision, denies insider trading allegations

White House senior trade adviser Peter Navarro sidestepped a question about whether or not he was present for President Trump's decision to enact a 90-day pause on country-specific tariffs during a ...

The Hill - 2h

How Will Trump’s China Tariffs Affect Prices? Here’s What Could Get More Expensive.

A broad variety of products made in China, including toys, clothing and electronics, may cost more. Shoppers could also see an impact from other tariffs.

The New York Times - 14h

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says he believes sellers will pass increased tariff costs on to consumers

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said he thinks third-party sellers "will pass costs on" to consumers as a result of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs.

CNBC - 15h

Trump threatens veto of bill to curb tariff power

Politico - 3d

Hill Democrats take aim at Trump's global tariffs

Politico - 2d

Trump tariffs are another nail in the coffin for Hollywood in China

Chinese bloggers report Xi Jinping's government is considering a ban on Hollywood movies. That would drag entertainment companies to the front lines of the trade war.

Los Angeles Times - 2d

Trump Folds on Tariffs for Now –Except for China

Following a stock and bond market rout, and pleas from business leaders, the President hit the pause button–for 90 days.

Inc. - 1d

Ben Jennings on Trump’s tariffs pause – cartoon

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The Guardian - 13h

Inside Factories in China, a Struggle to Survive Trump’s Tariffs

Small factories with tiny profit margins have played a central role in China’s international competitiveness. Many could now face disaster.

The New York Times - 8h

Trump’s Trade War With China Is Now Hurting Hollywood—and US Soft Power

On Thursday, Chinese officials retaliated against President Donald Trump’s tariffs by imposing new restrictions on US movies. That’s a big blow to America’s cultural cachet in the nation.

Wired - 14h

Trump and team downplay continued market turmoil as 'transition cost'

President Trump and his top officials brushed off continued turmoil from his tariff approach as "transition problems" as uncertainty remains about what's next.

ABC News - 10h

Trump’s pivot on tariffs shows that Wall Street still has a seat at his table

This past week shows that financial markets, and by proxy Wall Street statesmen like Jamie Dimon, are still guardrails on the Trump administration.

CNBC - 13h

Top strategists say stock market still bogged down by tariff uncertainty despite Trump’s pause

Top strategists on Wall Street say the White House has not yet done enough to dispel tariff uncertainty, leaving the stock market struggling to stage a durable rally.

MarketWatch - 8h

If Trump is trying to suppress China, he’s going about it all wrong

The shock of tariffs is pulling Beijing back to economic fundamentals

Financial Times - 17h

Trump Threatens More Tariffs and Sanctions on Mexico Over Long-Running Water Dispute

President Trump on Thursday cited the growing water debt that Mexico owes the United States under a treaty governing the use of the countries’ shared rivers.

The New York Times - 4h

'It's fastest finger first' - traders on their tumultuous week

Traders are trying to reckon with impact of Trump's shifting tariff policy.

BBC News - 11h

The US would be better off without the global dollar

Trump’s tariffs were erratic and flawed but imbalances in the world economy are real

Financial Times - 2h

UK economy surpasses expectations to grow 0.5% in February

Figure comes as Rachel Reeves contends with impact of Trump tariffs

Financial Times - 28m

So much for the Trump Brexit dividend

The US president’s tariffs on UK cars and other exports reveal the hollow promise of global Britain

Financial Times - 19h

Donald Trump bends to the power of the markets

But trade war with China and tariffs on most US imports still risk great harm

Financial Times - 13h

Apr 2: CBS News 24/7, 4pm ET

Michigan auto industry braces for Trump’s 25% tariffs on imported car and auto parts; Trump announces 10% tariff on all countries and additional specific reciprocal tariffs on “worst offenders”

CBS News - 7h

Get Ready to See Tariff Surcharges on Your Receipts

Companies struck by Donald Trump’s trade levies will likely pass the hit along to consumers—and some will want to clearly point the finger at who is to blame.

Wired - 20h

Trump's trade chief will defend tariffs as a ‘drastic, overdue change’

Politico - 3d

Senate Republicans nudge Trump's trade chief for tariff end game

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer provided little of the clarity senators of both parties were seeking in a Finance Committee hearing Tuesday.

Politico - 2d

In Trump’s Tariff Era, the Right to Repair Will Be More Important Than Ever

The tech we buy is about to get more expensive. It’s time to keep the stuff you already have running longer.

Wired - 1d

Walmart Says Trump’s Tariffs Have Added Uncertainty to Its Outlook

Executives at the largest retailer in the United States acknowledged the new environment, but told investors that they were confident in the company’s strategy.

The New York Times - 1d