As U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to unveil a transformative tariff regime today, April 2, 2025, at 4 p.m. Eastern Time, the global economic order teeters on the edge of upheaval. Billed as a bold bid to resurrect America’s manufacturing prowess, this announcement threatens to redraw the map of international …
Read More »Trade Tensions Tank Auto Stocks as Markets Brace for Tariff Turmoil
Wall Street took a hit on March 27, 2025, as a fresh wave of tariff threats rattled the automotive sector and sent benchmark indices sliding. The latest announcement from the White House unveiled plans for a hefty 25 percent tariff on all cars not manufactured in the U.S., set to …
Read More »US automotive industry granted one month exemption from tariffs
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that President Donald Trump has granted the U.S. automotive industry—a sector heavily reliant on international trade—a one-month exemption from the newly imposed 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. The administration is also exploring additional exemptions or delays, signaling a shift in …
Read More »Trump Ignites Trade Firestorm: Reciprocal Tariffs on Canada Escalate Economic Tensions
US President Donald Trump has reignited trade tensions with Canada by imposing sweeping tariffs, marking a significant escalation in his administration’s trade policies. On March 4, 2025, the United States implemented a 25% tariff on all Canadian goods entering the country, with a slightly reduced rate of 10% applied to …
Read More »Pound Sterling Gains Amid Tariff Row
The British pound (GBP) has strengthened against the US dollar (USD) for the second consecutive day. This upward movement follows the delay of US tariff threats on Mexico and Canada. The postponement is due to ongoing negotiations between the involved parties, focused on combating fentanyl trafficking and illegal immigration. 1 …
Read More »Tariff Pause Offers Brief Respite for Oil Markets
Oil prices experienced a volatile start to the week, initially surging on the announcement of US tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, then retreating after a one-month pause on the Mexican tariffs was declared. This brief reprieve offers a glimpse into the complex interplay between geopolitics and commodity markets, highlighting …
Read More »Global Markets Shaken by Tariff Threats: A New Era of Uncertainty?
Global markets experienced a significant downturn following the announcement of new tariffs and the threat of further tariffs on various countries. This move has sent ripples of uncertainty across the global economy, impacting stock markets, currencies, and business strategies.Market Tremors:Major stock indices in the US, Europe, and Asia all declined, …
Read More »USD/JPY steadies as tariff threats ease ahead of looming BoJ’s meeting
The US dollar has fallen sharply against major currencies following reports that the incoming Trump Administration might implement fewer significant tariffs than previously expected. Instead, it might seek more limited and targeted tariffs. During the election campaign, across-the-board tariffs of 10% to 20% were proposed on all imports. However, some …
Read More »Canadian Dollar Stumbles as Data Doldrums Persist
The Canadian Dollar weakened against the US Dollar on Thursday, extending its recent consolidation phase. A lack of significant economic data releases from Canada left the Loonie vulnerable to market shifts.USD/CAD traded near multi-year highs, hovering around the 1.4400 level. While US Retail Sales and Initial Jobless Claims showed some …
Read More »Gold Stabilizes After Ceasefire Hopes, Trump’s Tariff Threats
Gold prices fluctuated on Tuesday, initially declining on news of a potential ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah. However, the precious metal recovered some losses as U.S. President-elect announced plans to impose tariffs on Mexico and Canada.Ceasefire Hopes Weigh on Gold:A potential 60-day ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah could …
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