US TARIFFS

Mar 23 2025BUSINESS

China's Big Move to Boost Spending Amid Trade Tensions

China has rolled out a broad plan to encourage people to spend more money at home. This is a response to the economic pressure from U. S. tariffs. The plan, shared by the Xinhua news agency, covers many areas. It includes increasing people's pay, helping with childcare costs, and even offering cash for trading in old items like cars and electronics. The goal is ...

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Mar 21 2025FINANCE

The Twist in Trade and Tech: A Week in Financial Markets

The financial markets had a rocky week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average took a hit. People were worried about new tariffs from President Trump. These tariffs could slow down the economy and make things more expensive. The Federal Reserve might cut interest rates to help. But will that be enough? Some experts think Trump wants lower oil prices to keep inflation...

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Power Play: Ontario Backs Down on Electricity Surcharge

In a surprising turn of events, Ontario's Premier Doug Ford decided to pause a planned 25% surcharge on electricity exports to the U. S. This move came after a conversation with U. S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. The two leaders agreed to step back and let cooler heads prevail in the escalating trade war between the two countries. The trade tensions ha...

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi Stands Firm Against US Trade Tactics

China's top diplomat, Wang Yi, recently spoke out against the US's trade policies. He called out the US for its "two-faced" behavior. This is in response to the US's recent increase in tariffs on Chinese goods. Wang Yi made these remarks during a meeting on the sidelines of China's annual parliamentary gathering. He warned that the US's "America First" policy could l...

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Mar 06 2025BUSINESS

Gas Prices: Who Pays More Under New Tariffs?

The new tariffs on fuel imports from Canada might make some Americans reach deeper into their pockets at the gas pump. Gas prices could go up in the Northeast and on the West Coast, but not right away. The tariffs are 25% for most imports, but only 10% for energy products. The United States buys a lot of oil from Canada. In 2024, the US produced a ...

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Mar 04 2025POLITICS

Trade Tensions Rise: Trump's Tariff Threats to Canada and Mexico

The United States is gearing up to impose significant tariffs on its neighbors to the north and south. This move could spark a major trade conflict. President Trump announced that there's no more room for negotiations to prevent these tariffs from taking effect. Starting Tuesday, a 25% tariff will be slapped on all Mexican exports to the US. Canada will face similar ...

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Mar 03 2025BUSINESS

Nissan and Stellantis: Tariffs Could Make Things Worse

Nissan Motor has been facing some serious challenges. The company is dealing with a significant drop in profits and has had to adjust its financial outlook multiple times in the past year. This is due to a decline in sales. Nissan has been trying to save money and reduce its workforce. The company is also dealing with the fallout from failed merger talks with Hon...

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Feb 13 2025BUSINESS

Trade Tensions: Brazil and Argentina's Unexpected Gain

In a surprising twist, two South American countries, Brazil and Argentina, might see some benefits from the recent trade tensions between the U. S. and other nations. The U. S. has been imposing tariffs on various countries, including China, Canada, and Mexico. This move could potentially open up new opportunities for Brazil and Argentina. The U. S. President announ...

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Feb 13 2025POLITICS

Trump's Tariff Troubles: A Fresh Look at U. S. Trade Policies

The U. S. has done it again. This time, they've slapped a 25% tariff on Canadian aluminum. It's a move that's more than just a slap on the wrist for Canada. It's a shot in the foot for the U. S. economy. The U. S. President, Trump, has a history of this. In 2018, when he was in his first term, he did the same thing. He put tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum. He ...

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Feb 06 2025BUSINESS

Temu's Local Warehouses: Bypassing Tariffs with a Smarter Shipping Strategy

Temu, a Chinese-owned e-commerce site, has switched gears to show off more of its “local” warehoused products in the US. A recent move by the President did away with a useful loophole that helped the company dodge taxes and US customs. Temu is now emphasizing products from their own warehouses in the US. This comes after a 10% tariff was imposed on Chinese goods...

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