Trump’s tariffs deadline is near, raising more questions than solutions.
On May 28th, the US International Trade Court addressed President Trump’s worldwide “mutual tariffs,” which arose from his assertion that the US trade deficit constitutes a national emergency. The Trump administration is appealing to the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. Meanwhile, other court orders have kept the customs duties in place while […]
The inflation measure favored by the Fed rises as tariffs increase prices, raising doubts about a rate cut in September.
The Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of inflation saw a slight decline in June as tariffs on imported goods began raising costs for some products. The Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) price index climbed by 0.3% last month, aligning with economists’ predictions from a Reuters survey. Year-over-year, PCE increased by 2.6%. Core PCE, which strips out the […]
Even with trade agreements, the impact of tariffs is only starting to unfold.
With the trade deadline approaching on August 1, news has surfaced regarding Japan’s agreement with the European Union. This deal is expected to clarify what President Trump seeks from major trading partners. Specifically, Trump has approved a reduction in Japan’s mutual tariff rate to 15%, down from 25%. Japan is also set to invest $550 […]
Trump’s tariffs: A fresh chapter in trade and funding for national defense
In June, the United States collected $27 billion from tariffs on imported goods, and this figure is likely to see an increase this month. Further details will emerge soon, so it’s worth keeping an eye on how these numbers are framed in their context. President Donald Trump secured his re-election in November 2024 by using […]
Asia-Pacific markets show varied results as investors evaluate the BOJ’s rate choice and new tariffs on India and South Korea
Korean auto stocks decline as Trump implements 15% tariff Korean auto stocks experienced a significant drop on Thursday after President Donald Trump announced a 15% tariff on imports from various countries, specifically affecting vehicles. Kia saw its shares dip by 5.25%, and Hyundai Motor fell by 3.48% as of 10:53 am local time. China and […]
Trump Issues Orders to Globally Close Small Trade Loophole and Increase Tariffs on Brazil to 50 Percent
Trump’s Recent Executive Orders on Trade and Tariffs On Wednesday, President Donald Trump took action by signing two executive orders. One order aims to close the de minimis loophole that had long exempted low-value imports from duties. The other significantly increases tariffs on Brazilian goods to 50%. The suspension of tax-free de minimis treatment for […]
GE HealthCare’s Core Operating Profit Takes a Hit from Tariffs, Upgrades Yearly Forecast
GE Healthcare Reports Second Quarter Earnings On Wednesday, GE Healthcare announced that its adjusted earnings for the second quarter of 2025 reached $1.06 per share, which surpasses the consensus estimate of 92 cents. This marks an increase from $1.00 during the same period last year. The company reported sales of $5.01 billion, slightly above the […]
Ford’s stock falls as the company faces an $800 million loss from tariffs and reduces its profit expectations.
On Wednesday, Ford Motor announced that U.S. tariffs on imported vehicles, along with materials like steel and aluminum, might be pricier than anticipated for this year. This news contributed to a drop of about 3% in the company’s stock during after-hours trading. In their second quarter report, Ford noted an $800 million hit from tariffs. […]
The impact of Trump’s tariffs on your grocery expenses
An analysis from two think tanks suggests that the broad tariffs, which are set to start on Friday, could lead to an increase in food and grocery prices by a few percentage points. The Yale Budget Lab estimated that food prices might jump by 3.4% in the short term, and about 2.9% in the long […]
Copper futures drop as the White House announces refined metal is not subject to 50% tariffs
Copper Futures Surge Following Tariff Announcement Copper futures saw dramatic increases, soaring up to 19% on Wednesday after the Trump administration’s announcement of a new directive. This directive will impose a hefty 50% tariff on industrial metals, but interestingly, sophisticated copper used across various industries will be exempt from these tariffs. After the announcement, however, […]