The clock is ticking for the U. S. and the European Union. They're trying to make a trade deal before a big deadline. If they don't, things could get expensive.

Right now, the U. S. is threatening to put high taxes on EU goods. This could happen as early as July 9. The EU might hit back with their own taxes on U. S. products. This could be bad news for businesses and consumers on both sides.

The U. S. and EU trade a lot with each other. In fact, they're some of the biggest trading partners in the world. They move around 1. 68 trillion euros worth of goods and services every year. That's a lot of money!

The EU actually sells more goods to the U. S. than it buys. But when it comes to services, the U. S. has the upper hand. So, overall, the EU has a small trade advantage.

President Trump has said the trade relationship isn't fair. He thinks the EU is getting the better deal. This is one of the reasons why he's pushing for changes.

But it's not just about money. Trade deals can also affect jobs, innovation, and even national security. So, the stakes are high.

Both sides have a lot to lose if they can't make a deal. Let's hope they can find a way to work things out.

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