How Trump's tariffs could impact your wallet

President Trump has promised to make tariffs a central part of his economic and foreign policy. NBC News' Zinhle Essamuah explains how tariffs work and how they could impact your personal finances.

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How Trump’s Tariffs Could Affect Americans

President Trump relies on tariffs to address trade, immigration and drug issues. Ana Swanson, who covers trade and international economics for The New York Times, explains their potential impact on ...
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Trump Tariffs Could Hurt Oil Companies and Raise Gas Prices

Some oil refineries will probably struggle to replace imported crude oil if President Trump imposes 25 percent tariffs on products from Canada and Mexico.
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Here's how tariffs on Canada, China and Mexico may impact U.S. consumers

The Trump administration is imposing tariffs on the three nations starting Saturday, the White House said.
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Tell Us How Tariffs on Goods From China Will Affect Your Business

The New York Times wants to talk to business owners about President Trump’s plan to impose additional duties on imports from China.
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How Trump’s Tariffs Could Affect the U.S., Canada and Mexico

While much about the threatened tariffs is still unclear, experts predict they would be bad news for all three economies, with few winners.
The New York Times - 1d
These prices could climb within days if Trump slaps tariffs on Canada and Mexico

The Trump administrations says the tariffs will take effect on Feb. 1.
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Waiting for your tax refund? When it could come, and how to track it

Getting some money back from your taxes? Here's how to track it.
The Hill - 10h
Canada warns Trump’s tariffs could leave US reliant on Venezuela’s oil

Foreign minister Mélanie Joly holds meetings in Washington in attempt to avert trade war
Financial Times - 20h
Trump tariffs on Canadian lumber could be a ‘nightmare’ for California’s fire recovery

The U.S. construction industry may face higher lumber prices within a month if President Donald Trump follows through with his threat of tariffs on Canada this weekend.
MarketWatch - 1d
‘Everyone has an impact’: how to start reducing your environmental footprint

As fires tear through California and Trump sets back efforts to curb the rise of global temperatures, what can individuals do to make a difference?. 2024 was the hottest year on record. Average ...
The Guardian - 1d
Trump's return-to-work policy could impact a million federal workers

The Trump administration said it's looking to fill up large federal facilities with workers.
The Hill - 1d
Here’s how much gas could cost you if Trump’s threatened tariffs go through

President Trump has threatened to place 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico as soon as this Saturday, potentially disrupting the relatively stable prices drivers have been paying for gasoline during a ...
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How Trump tariffs could upend car markets in Europe, the US and China

Levies threaten exporters to US market, while scrapping of subsidies will hit EV sales – and Tesla could gain. The internal combustion engine appears to hold a special place in Donald Trump’s ...
The Guardian - 3d
Trump’s tariffs could undo his ‘America First’ agenda

Tariffs fly in the face of the rest of Trump’s economic agenda.
The Hill - 3d
How Trump's tariffs could impact your wallet

President Trump has promised to make tariffs a central part of his economic and foreign policy. NBC News' Zinhle Essamuah explains how tariffs work and how they could impact your personal finances.
NBC News - 4d
Trump Tariffs Could Hit Cars, Clothes and Food Prices Fast

The levies could go into effect within the next few days.
Inc. - 4d
Trump tariffs could raise prices on technology like laptops, smartphones and AI

Trade groups and consultants warn that trade wars spurred by Trump's tariffs could slow global commerce and raise prices for consumers.
CNBC - 4d
Crypto, TikTok, tariffs: How Trump’s whirlwind first week hit your wallet and your phone

President Donald Trump issued a barrage of executive orders that were aimed squarely at markets and your money — but what will they actually do?
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7 Ways Trump’s Executive Orders Could Impact Business

Trump’s recent policies will have an immediate effect on small businesses.
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How President Trump's potential tariffs could impact car prices

President Trump spoke at the World Economic Forum on Thursday about tariffs, which could drive up car costs. With higher prices on new cars, used ones could also spike due to demand. CBS News ...
CBS News - Jan. 24
Why Trump's tariff threat could raise car prices significantly

Some of the biggest car brands, including Ford, General Motors and Stellantis, have plants in Mexico and Canada.
CBS News - Jan. 23
How Trump's proposed tariffs could raise U.S. car prices

The average price of a new car in the U.S. is more than $49,000, and President Trump's proposal to increase tariffs on Mexico and Canada could raise car prices even higher. Kelly O'Grady examines why.
CBS News - Jan. 23
Trump Tells Davos: Make Your Product in America---or Pay Tariffs

The U.S. president used the World Economic Forum to offer the global elite a warning: He intends to follow through on his “America First” campaign promises.
The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 23
How President Trump's immigration policy could impact farmers

American farmers are bracing for changes under President Trump's immigration policy, as nearly half of the U.S.' farmworkers are thought to be undocumented. CBS News' Nancy Chen spoke with farmers ...
CBS News - Jan. 23
How Trump's AI project will impact Americans

President Trump's artificial intelligence infrastructure plan establishes money for data centers around the U.S. where vast amounts of energy will be channeled to power the technology. Reece ...
CBS News - Jan. 22
Automakers Brace for Impact of Trump Tariff Plan for Canada and Mexico

North American car companies have operated across borders for three decades. Tariffs would raise prices and cost jobs in the short run, analysts say.
The New York Times - Jan. 21
How Trump’s Tariffs Could Affect the U.S., Canada and Mexico

While much about the threatened tariffs is still unclear, experts predict they would be bad news for all three economies, with few winners.
The New York Times - Jan. 21
Trump says China tariffs could hinge on TikTok deal

President signs executive order giving popular video app’s owner 75 days to find US buyer
Financial Times - Jan. 21
How Trump's immigration moves could impact farmers

President Trump's immigration plans to curb illegal crossings and increase border security could negatively impact farmers in the U.S. already navigating turbulent changes in the industry. CBS ...
CBS News - Jan. 20
How Trump Could Impact Small Business in the Administration’s First 100 Days

Four ways Trump will influence small business.
Inc. - Jan. 19
Trendy "low-buy" challenges can be good for your wallet and mental health

A modified version of previously trendy "no buy" pledges, the low-buy version attracts a wider audience who finds the flexible approach more accessible and manageable.
CBS News - Jan. 18
Trump’s tariff plans could be harming his ‘animal spirit’ investors

The big unknown is how far Trump is prepared to go to win a trade war before it winds up crushing animal spirits.
The Hill - Jan. 17
Trudeau: Trump threatened to annex Canada to distract from tariffs impact

Canadian PM says ‘skilful negotiator’ Trump is trying to distract from rise in prices that would follow his proposed tariffs. The Canadian prime minister, Justin Trudeau , has described Donald ...
The Guardian - Jan. 9
Here’s how Trump could impose tariffs on Denmark in a bid to control Greenland

President-elect Donald Trump Tuesday threatened to place new tariffs on imports from Denmark unless the country gives up control of Greenland, news that dented the stocks of some of Denmark’s most ...
MarketWatch - Jan. 9
Trump’s tariff plans could devolve into hostile trading blocs, this expert says

President-elect Donald Trump may try to use tariffs to increase U.S. power in the global economy, but they likely will backfire and damage the U.S. economy, said Maurice Obstfeld, the former chief ...
MarketWatch - Jan. 6
Chinese Companies Have Sidestepped Trump’s Tariffs. They Could Do It Again.

The companies have found plenty of new channels to the U.S. market — demonstrating the potential limits of the tariffs Donald Trump has promised to impose.
The New York Times - Jan. 5
How the End of Net Neutrality Could Impact Your Business

In a blow against efforts to enshrine a more equitable internet in the U.S., a court has blocked Biden administration efforts to enforce net neutrality laws, which could echo across the business ...
Inc. - Jan. 3

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