Tag: #tariffs

China Stands Firm Amid Rising U.S. Tariffs, Eyes Trade Diversification

China asserts resilience against U.S. tariffs, boosts rural initiatives and trade with Southeast Asia. Upcoming Geneva talks offer hope for resolution.

#china, #us, #tradewar, #tariffs, #economy

U.S. and U.K. Forge New Trade Deal to Ease Tensions

The U.S. and U.K. announce a new trade agreement, easing tariffs on specific sectors but leaving key issues unresolved.

#us, #uk, #trade, #tariffs, #economy

U.S. and U.K. Forge New Trade Agreement with Major Tariff Changes

U.S.-U.K. trade deal lowers tariffs, boosts market access, but raises concerns over economic impact and sectoral challenges.

#economy, #trade, #tariffs, #usukagreement

Bank of England Cuts Interest Rate Amid U.S. Tariff Concerns

Bank of England lowers interest rate to 4.25% due to global economic uncertainties from U.S. tariffs. Mixed MPC stance highlights complexity.

#bankofengland, #interestrate, #economy, #tariffs

Federal Reserve Maintains Rates Amid Economic Concerns Tied to Tariff Policies

Fed keeps interest rates steady amid economic uncertainty from tariffs, reflects caution on inflation and unemployment.

#federalreserve, #tariffs, #inflation, #economicuncertainty

US and China Begin High-Level Trade Negotiations Amid Escalating Tariff War

US and China officials meet in Geneva to address escalating tariffs impacting global markets and relations.

#us, #china, #trade, #tariffs, #negotiations

Global M&A Activity Plummets Amid Trump's 'Liberation Day' Tariffs

Global M&A hits 20-year low as US tariffs introduce market uncertainty. Deal values fall, affecting manufacturing more than tech sectors.

#tariffs, #manda, #globaldeals, #tradepolicy

Global M&A Hits 20-Year Low Amid Trump's Tariff Surge

M&A activity drops as President Trump's trade war and tariffs disrupt global markets, with tech sectors remaining resilient.

#mergers, #trade, #tariffs, #markets

Treasury Secretary Bessent Endorses Trump's Economic Policies Amid Diverging Global Forecasts

U.S. Treasury Secretary endorses Trump's economic policies despite contrasting global forecasts, predicts 3% growth by next year.

#trump, #economicpolicies, #tariffs, #taxcuts, #usdeficit

U.S. Energy Storage Sector to Invest $100 Billion in Domestic Battery Production

Amid potential tariffs on Chinese imports, U.S. energy sector pledges $100B for homegrown battery manufacturing by 2030.

#energy, #batteries, #us, #china, #tariffs

U.S. Economy Faces Contraction Amid Escalating Trade Disputes

The U.S. economy shrinks 0.3% in Q1 2025 due to new tariffs and trade tensions, disrupting global supply chains and highlighting inflation concerns.

#useconomy, #tradepolicy, #tariffs, #inflation

Trump's April 2025 Tariff Announcements Rattle Financial Markets and Investors

In April 2025, Trump's tariffs on imports disrupted swap spreads, hitting markets and hedge funds hard, highlighting leverage risks.

#trump, #tariffs, #financial markets, #swap spreads, #hedge funds

Trump Administration Modifies Auto Tariffs to Ease Domestic Industry Burden

President Trump announces adjustments to auto tariffs, offering relief to US automakers amid industry concerns.

#automobiles, #tariffs, #us, #domestic manufacturers

U.S. Consumer Confidence Plummets to Lowest Level Since 2020 Amid Tariff Concerns

April 2025 sees U.S. Consumer Confidence Index drop by 7.9 points to 86.0, lowest since May 2020, due to trade policies and economic fears.

#economy, #consumer confidence, #tariffs, #trade policies

Trump's 'Liberation Day' Tariffs Spark Global Trade War

Trump's 2025 tariffs ignite a global trade war, causing industry disruptions and international tensions.

#trade war, #trump, #tariffs, #global economy