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world29 days ago•3 min saved

US widens Section 301 push, launching forced-labor probes across about 60 economies

The United States opened new Section 301(b) trade probes into roughly 60 economies to assess whether governments failed to curb imports of goods made with forced labor. Targets include China, the European Union, India and Mexico, along with a broad list that also covers Australia, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Thailand and the United Kingdom. Findings could justify tariffs without congressional approval, signaling a renewed push on global trade practices amid ongoing U.S. trade-policy actions and ahead of high-level talks with China.

via CNBC|

#forced-labor #international-trade #section-301

economy1 month ago•18 min saved

Iran conflict rattles global trade with shipping and energy shocks

Iranian missile and drone strikes have disrupted key trade routes through the Strait of Hormuz, snarling Asia–Europe shipping and driving up energy prices, with Europe and Asia bearing the brunt and investors in global markets reacting to the chaos rather than the United States.

via The Washington Post|

#economy #energy-markets #international-trade

economy1 month ago•19 min saved

Tariffs Resurface as Trump Plans Global 15% Rate After Court Ruling

The Supreme Court ruled that Trump exceeded his authority with emergency tariffs, ending that chapter but Trump vows to reimpose tariffs within the law, signaling a new era of uncertainty for the U.S. economy.

via The Washington Post|

#donald-trump #economy #international-trade

economy1 month ago•19 min saved

Tariffs Fail to Narrow U.S. Trade Gap in 2025

The U.S. merchandise trade deficit hit a record $1.2 trillion in 2025 despite President Trump’s tariff policy, signaling that the tariffs did not close the gap and that trade patterns shifted away from China toward other Asian exporters as import demand remained strong.

via The Washington Post|

#economic-policy #economy #international-trade

economy2 months ago•19 min saved

Trump's chaotic governance dents the dollar as markets rethink risk

Fallout from the Greenland crisis and Trump’s policy approach have contributed to a decline in the U.S. dollar, with the greenback down more than 10% since he returned to the White House; despite remaining a global reserve currency, foreign investors are rethinking exposure to the U.S. amid policy uncertainty and shifting financial markets.

via The Washington Post|

#donald-trump #economy #federal-reserve-system

business2 months ago•19 min saved

Gold and silver surge to record highs as investors seek safety in hard assets

A record rally in gold and silver reflects a global shift away from the U.S. dollar as investors hedge geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, a phenomenon known as the debasement trade, pushing gold above $5,100 per troy ounce and silver to fresh highs as demand for hard assets intensifies.

via The Washington Post|

#business #commodity-markets #economy

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Uses Tariffs to Push for Greenland Deal

President Trump announced 10% tariffs on Greenland and eight European NATO members—Denmark plus seven others (Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, Britain, the Netherlands, and Finland) with a 25% rate possible from June 1 if they don’t agree to a deal to sell Greenland; the move comes as the Supreme Court weighs IEEPA authority, and the administration aims to force a Greenland purchase.

via The New York Times|

#denmark #greenland #international-trade

world2 months ago•21 min saved

EU readies landmark Mercosur pact as Trump-era shifts reshape global trade

EU leaders are set to sign a landmark free-trade agreement with Mercosur (Brazil, Argentina and allies) to create what officials call the world’s largest free-trade zone, a culmination of a 25-year effort framed as a demonstration that open markets can endure amid President Trump’s protectionist tilt.

via The Washington Post|

#european-union #free-trade #international-trade

world2 months ago•25 min saved

Canada-China Tariff Pact Signals New Trade Route Beyond the U.S.

Facing Donald Trump’s tariffs and threats to the U.S. market, Canada and China announced tariff deals and touted a 'new strategic partnership' during Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Beijing visit, signaling a deliberate shift to diversify Canada’s trade away from the United States and reset ties with China.

via The Washington Post|

#canada-nation #china-nation #international-trade

technology2 months ago•20 min saved

Trump targets foreign-made AI chips with narrow tariffs

President Trump announced a narrowly tailored set of tariffs on AI-enabled chips manufactured abroad by U.S. companies, with domestically used chips exempt, in a move framed as addressing national security risks from reliance on foreign-made semiconductors; the measures are far narrower than earlier proposals.

via The Washington Post|

#artificial-intelligence #international-trade #national-security

world2 months ago•1 min saved

Trump Expands Pressure on Iran with 25% Tariff for Trading Partners

President Trump announced a 25% tariff on any country doing business with Iran, effective immediately, in a bid to economically isolate Tehran amid ongoing protests. Details were not clarified by White House officials, and analysts are watching for the tariff’s legal basis amid a looming Supreme Court ruling on tariffs and possible ties to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

via CNBC|

#international-trade #iran #tariffs

world3 months ago•4 min saved

EU Approves Landmark Trade Deal with South America

EU states have approved a historic free trade agreement with Mercosur after 25 years of negotiations, aiming to offset US tariffs and reduce reliance on China, despite opposition from France and protests from farmers. The deal will require European Parliament approval and includes safeguards for farmers and environmental concerns.

via Reuters|

#eu-mercosur-trade-deal #eu-support #farmer-protests

world3 months ago•1 min saved

EU and South America Reach Historic Mercosur Trade Agreement

EU countries have approved a long-awaited Mercosur trade deal after 25 years of negotiations, marking a significant development in international trade relations.

via politico.eu|

#eu #european-union #international-trade

business3 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Blocks Chinese Chip Deal Over Security Concerns

Even a $3 million semiconductor deal can prompt the US to scrutinize national security concerns, highlighting the sensitive nature of technology transactions in today's geopolitical climate.

via TipRanks|

#business #chip-industry #international-trade

world3 months ago•0 min saved

EU's Carbon Border Tax to Impact Global Steel and Aluminium Trade

The European Union plans to implement a carbon border tax to reduce emissions and promote climate goals, despite facing opposition from some trade partners who are concerned about potential trade disruptions and economic impacts.

via Financial Times|

#carbon-border-tax #climate-policy #eu