Trump Tariffs Consumers

Trump tariff threats rattle consumers

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Consumer confidence dips in Trump’s first month A new survey found that ...

The Hill - Feb. 21

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 - Feb. 26

U.S. Consumers Are Increasingly Worried About Trump’s Tariff Plans

The Consumer Sentiment Index hit its lowest reading since November 2023.

Inc. - Feb. 21

US consumers warned to brace for higher prices due to Trump’s tariffs

Prices ‘highly likely’ to rise almost immediately, retailers say, after 25% duty hits exports from Mexico and Canada. Trump’s Congress speech – latest updates Americans have been warned to ...

The Guardian - 1d

Breaking down possible ripple effects of Trump tariffs on consumers

A brewing trade war is bound to have a ripple effect beyond just the stock market. Kelly O'Grady explains.

CBS News - 1d

Trump tariffs will mean higher prices for consumers, retailers say

Retailers including Best Buy and Target are warning that Trump administration tariffs will force them to hike their prices.

CBS News - 5h

Why is Trump's tariff pause for automakers important for consumers, economy?

The White House announced that President Trump would delay tariffs on cars from Mexico and Canada for 30 days. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Caitlin Huey-Burns have the latest on Trump's tariffs.

CBS News - 5h

Consumer confidence dips in Trump's first month as tariff threats drive inflation fears

Consumers’ attitude toward the economy dipped during President Trump’s first month in office, according to the University of Michigan’s monthly consumer survey released Friday. Consumer sentiment ...

The Hill - Feb. 21

Consumer confidence sinks to 8-month low on worries about inflation and Trump tariffs

A postelection high in consumer confidence after the election of Donald Trump has petered out, as the public digests major upheavals in U.S. economic policies by the new White House.

MarketWatch - Feb. 25

Trump to ratchet up China tariffs again. Here’s why American consumers will feel the pain this time.

New York Fed analysis suggests “missing imports” from China could mean higher costs ahead.

MarketWatch - 6d

US stocks dip amid concerns over tariffs and consumer belt-tightening

All three major stock indexes moved decisively lower, extending sell-off in wake of dour economic reports. US stocks tumbled on Friday, extending a sell-off in the wake of dour economic reports and ...

The Guardian - Feb. 21

How U.S. tariffs on Mexico, Canada could impact American consumers

The United States will charge import fees, up to 25%, on goods from Mexico and Canada starting Tuesday. It will also place an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports. CBS News MoneyWatch ...

CBS News - 2d

What tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could mean for consumers

President Trump's plan to impose 25% tariffs on nearly all goods imported from Canada and Mexico is set to take effect Tuesday. The president also plans to impose an additional 10% tariff on ...

CBS News - 2d

How Tariffs Could Raise Prices for U.S. Consumers: Avocados, Gas and More

New tariffs on goods from Canada, Mexico and China took effect Tuesday. They are likely to result in higher prices for Americans.

The New York Times - 1d

Canada, Mexico tariffs create 'ripple effects' on consumer prices, economist says

Tariffs on the two largest trading partners of the United States are expected to have far-reaching impacts that may be hard to predict.

CNBC - 1d

Campbell’s joins list of consumer companies baffled over specific tariff impacts

Campbell’s said it’s currently too difficult to estimate how tariffs will affect prices and sales.

MarketWatch - 13h

CTA warns that tariffs could lower U.S. consumer purchasing power by $90B to $143B

The CTA warned today that the tariffs on foreign goods will fuel inflation and hurt U.S. consumer purchasing power by up to $143 billion.

VentureBeat - 2d

Refiners' trade group: Tariffs won't make US energy secure, lower consumer costs

A refiners’ trade group knocked President Trump for his 25 percent tariffs on Canada and Mexico, both neighboring nations known for having the largest bilateral free trade agreements with the ...

The Hill - 1d

Trump administration lawyers deny plans to dismantle consumer watchdog

The Trump administration denied allegations Monday that it aims to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Government lawyers said in a new court filing that the consumer ...

The Hill - Feb. 25

Trump plan to freeze funding stymies Biden-era energy rebates for consumers

Some states have paused their Home Energy Rebate programs, created by the Inflation Reduction Act, amid a federal funding freeze.

CNBC - Feb. 26

Consumers elected Trump to lower prices — his policies could do the opposite

“We’re not seeing anything that is credibly going to address the high prices of food, housing, and health care that he pledged to do something about,” one economist said.

MarketWatch - 4h

Trump Said Tariffs Are Coming

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The New York Times - 2d

Will Trump's tariffs increase inflation?

Canada slapped a 25% retaliatory tariff on $155 billion worth of American goods on Tuesday after the Trump administration implemented its own 25% tariffs on nearly all imports from Mexico and ...

CBS News - 1d

Trump’s Next Tariff Moves

In his address to Congress, the president made clear that his new trade levies were here to stay, acknowledging it might create “a little disturbance.” Analysts forecast what that might look like.

The New York Times - 12h

The Tariffs Are On, and Trump Suspends Ukraine Aid

Plus, women’s rugby gets a boost.

The New York Times - 1d

Understanding Trump's tariffs, in five charts

Learn more about how Trump's proposed tariffs against Mexico, China and Canada could impact trade, shipping, imports, prices and more.

NBC News - 1d

Trump’s Tariffs Hit Stock Markets

Global leaders are retaliating and investors have sold off stocks in Asia and Europe.

The New York Times - 1d

Trudeau: Trump tariffs on Canada ‘dumb’

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau slammed President Trump’s tariffs on his country, reiterating a message from The Wall Street Journal’s editorial board that the taxation plan was “dumb.” ...

The Hill - 1d

What Trump's tariffs mean for you

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump's new tariffs could boost prices, derail stocks Many businesses and market ...

The Hill - 1d

Trump tariff impact on Canadian industries

President Trump's tariffs are already putting pressure on multiple Canadian industries. CBS News national correspondent Lana Zak spoke about the issue with the leader of the Windsor-Essex Chamber ...

CBS News - 9h

House Democrats join legal fight against Trump's efforts to dismantle consumer protection agency

House Democratic leaders are getting directly involved in one of the legal battles against the Trump administration, filing an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit seeking to block the dismantling ...

NBC News - 5d

Trump’s Tariffs Are Causing Some Startups to Scrap Their IPOs

This was expected to be a big year for IPOs, but now some companies are rethinking plans to go public.

Inc. - Feb. 22

Trump says tariffs on Canada and Mexico are 'on time, on schedule'

During a White House press conference, President Trump told reporters that his administration would move forward with planned tariffs on Canada and Mexico.

NBC News - Feb. 24

Trump says tariffs on Canada and Mexico 'will go forward'

President Donald Trump said sweeping tariffs on Canada and Mexico "will go forward" when a monthlong delay on their implementation expires next week.

CNBC - Feb. 24

Trump Refocuses on Tariffs and Trade Deals With Russia and Ukraine

The president has sent the message that he’s committed to tariffs, and that he sees room for deals with Ukraine and Russia.

The New York Times - Feb. 25

Trump directs investigation preceding potential copper tariffs

President Trump on Tuesday directed his Commerce secretary to investigate the need for possible tariffs on copper, the latest industry to potentially be targeted by Trump’s sweeping trade agenda. ...

The Hill - Feb. 25

Trump Announces Inquiry That Could Lead to Tariffs on Copper

Tariffs, if they are imposed, could boost U.S. production of a valuable resource but also raise costs for automakers, construction companies and others.

The New York Times - Feb. 25