Wall Street shrugs off Trump after he vows Mexico and Canada tariffs
S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite largely unmoved as it opened for trading for first time after inauguration
Financial markets largely shrugged after Donald Trump outlined plans to impose punitive tariffs on Mexico and Canada as soon as next month while signing scores of executive orders on his first day in office.
The US president told reporters in the White House Oval Office he was thinking about introducing 25% US tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada as soon as 1 February.
Continue reading...
Read more at The Guardian
-
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 - 5h -
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 - 7h -
Trump says he's thinking of imposing 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico in February
The remarks were made to members of the press as the newly minted chief executive offered a slew of executive orders.CNBC - 12h -
Trump Promises Tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and Paves Way for Further Trade Action
The president said he planned to put tariffs on America’s neighbors on Feb. 1, as he signed an executive order mandating a sweeping review of U.S. trade policy.The New York Times - 1d -
Trump threatens steep tariffs against Canada and Mexico
President Trump opted against deploying a blanket tariff against U.S. trading partners, but kept the heat on Canada and Mexico.CBS News - 7h -
Trump threatens 25% tariff within days for Mexico and Canada
Barrage of executive orders resets domestic and foreign policy as new president promises ‘golden age’ for USFinancial Times - 12h -
Trump threatens 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada starting Feb. 1
President Trump on Monday indicated his administration would impose 25 percent tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada beginning Feb. 1. “We are thinking in terms of 25 percent on Mexico and ...The Hill - 1d
More from The Guardian
-
Bishop calls on Trump to ‘have mercy’ on migrants and LGBTQ+ people
Right Rev Mariann Budde’s appeal amounts to bold public criticism and prompts frosty response from US president. In an inaugural prayer service sermon, the Episcopal bishop of Washington appealed ...The Guardian - 4h -
Ukraine war briefing: Ukraine drones hit Russian oil depot; Trump floats fresh Russia sanctions
Ukraine claims strikes on oil depot and aviation plant inside Russia; Trump talks Ukraine negotiations, Russia sanctions and how China should do more to end the war. What we know on day 1,064 . ...The Guardian - 3h -
Qatari, US and Egyptian negotiators set up Cairo hub to shore up Gaza ceasefire
Communication lines open 24 hours intended to avoid breakdown over reported violations and other issues. Qatari, US and Egyptian negotiators are running a communications hub in Cairo to protect the ...The Guardian - 8h -
‘The gesture speaks for itself’: Germans respond to Musk’s apparent Nazi salute
Some say it was an unambiguous Nazi salute but others are unsure and say focus should be on Musk’s stated support for far-right. Did Elon Musk give a Nazi or Roman salute, and what’s the ...The Guardian - 9h -
Brazil fires consumed wilderness area larger than Italy in 2024 – report
New report says more than 30m hectares burned, 79% more than in 2023, after country saw worst drought on record. After enduring its worst drought on record in 2024, Brazil closed the year with ...The Guardian - 1h
More in World
-
Indonesia search resumes after flash flood and landslide leaves 17 dead and 9 missing
Yahoo News - 11m -
Popcorn Is Taxed at Three Rates in India. A Nation Says This Is Why We're a Mess.
Critics say government’s efforts to simplify system and cut red tape are going in reverse; ‘popcorn is popcorn’The Wall Street Journal - 16m -
Aid Is Rushing Into Gaza While the Cease-Fire Holds
A surge in truckloads brings desperately needed food to the besieged Palestinian enclave after months of halting deliveries.The Wall Street Journal - 16m -
Madison Keys digs deep to overcome Elina Svitolina and reach Australian Open semis
American continues winning streak with 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory Keys will play Emma Navarro or Iga Swiatek for place in final Madison Keys continued her spectacular start to the 2025 season as she ...The Guardian - 22m -
Bimla Bissell, Ambassadors’ Aide and a Social Hub in India, Dies at 92
Her house was a hub for generations of heads of state, diplomats, journalists and artists, who relied on her for her political acumen and were buoyed by her friendship.The New York Times - 30m
