TRADE TARIFFS

May 09 2026POLITICS

EU Faces Return of High Tariffs If July 4 Deadline Missed

The United States has warned that it will re‑impose steep tariffs on goods from the European Union if Brussels does not finish its commitments by July 4. The message came from Trade Representative Jamieson Greer during a TV interview. Greer said he had spoken with officials from several European co

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May 07 2026BUSINESS

China’s Exporters Stay Calm as Trump Heads to Beijing

Chinese companies that sell a lot of their products in the United States feel little fear about President Trump’s upcoming visit. A salesperson from a firm that makes electric lockers and vending machines says the U. S. will keep buying Chinese goods as long as trade remains open. She notes that Chi

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May 07 2026POLITICS

Brazil and U. S. Leaders to Talk Trade and Security

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is heading to Washington for talks with U. S. President Donald Trump, focusing on two major issues: cracking down on organized crime and sorting out trade rules. Brazil’s finance minister confirmed the meeting, calling it a chance to strengthen ties afte

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May 07 2026POLITICS

Brazil and US leaders to tackle trade and crime talks

A top official from Brazil says the country's president will meet with his US counterpart to discuss trade and security issues. The meeting happens as both nations try to rebuild trust after past trade conflicts. Earlier, the US put heavy taxes on some Brazilian products, which hurt business between

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May 06 2026POLITICS

Vietnam Tightens Rules on Online Piracy to Dodge US Tariffs

Vietnam is stepping up its fight against digital piracy and fake goods, aiming to spot more violations before the United States threatens new trade barriers. The government announced a plan that should raise detection rates by 20% in the next month, with customs officials expected to halt more shipm

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May 05 2026POLITICS

Germany\'s Leader Faces Challenges as U. S. Steps Back

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has reached his one-year mark in office during a tough period in relations with the U. S. President Donald Trump recently announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on European car imports and remove thousands of American troops from Germany. These actions came after Tru

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Feb 11 2026POLITICS

Tariffs Hit Households Hard, Costs Rising

A new study shows that American families will see a sharp rise in their grocery bills due to the tariffs imposed by President Trump on imports from more than 180 countries. The report, released by a nonpartisan research group, estimates that the average U. S. household will pay an extra $1, 000 in 2

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Jan 25 2026POLITICS

Trade Tensions: Trump Threatens Canada Over China Deal

President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Canada, threatening to impose a 100% tariff on Canadian imports if the country proceeds with its trade agreement with China. This move comes as Trump's relationship with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney continues to deteriorate. Trump's threat

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Jan 19 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin's Rollercoaster Ride: Tariffs, Trends, and Treasure

Bitcoin is having a rough start to the week. Trade tensions are heating up, and the price is feeling the heat. It dipped below $92, 000, but traders say this might just be the beginning of a bigger drop. They're keeping an eye on key support levels, like $87, 000 and $80, 500. If Bitcoin can't hold

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Trump's Greenland Move: EU Calls for Calm Amid Rising Tensions

The European Union is urging restraint after U. S. President Donald Trump announced plans to impose tariffs on European nations. The tariffs are a response to the U. S. interest in acquiring Greenland, a move that has sparked concern among EU leaders. EU leaders, including European Commission Presi

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