Jul 10 Brazil vows retaliatory tariffs if Trump follows through on 50% tariff threat By Mauricio Savarese, Josh Boak, Associated Press Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said Thursday that he will impose retaliatory tariffs on the United States if President Donald Trump follows through on a pledge to boost import taxes by 50% over the South American country's criminal trial against his predecessor, Jair… Continue reading
Jul 09 Trump’s tariff blitz produces few trade deals but lots of uncertainty By Paul Wiseman, Associated Press White House trade adviser Peter Navarro predicted “90 deals in 90 days.’’ The 90 days have come and gone and the tally of trade deals stands at two. Continue reading
Jul 09 Trump sends tariff letters to 7 more countries but avoids major trade partners By Josh Boak, Associated Press President Donald Trump has sent out tariff letters to seven smaller U.S. trading partners in his first batch of import tax announcements of the day. Continue reading
Jul 09 Trump’s sweeping tariffs may overshadow Rubio’s official trip to Asia By Matthew Lee, Associated Press The Trump administration is seeking to boost relations with Indo-Pacific nations to counter China's growing influence in the region. Trump on Monday sent notice to several countries about higher tariffs if they don't make trade deals with the U.S. Continue reading
Jul 08 Watch 5:43 How Trump’s tariff threats could impact relationship between U.S. and Asian allies By William Brangham, Azhar Merchant President Trump is ratcheting up trade negotiations by threatening to place much higher tariffs on several countries. Most of the 14 countries targeted are in Asia, including Japan and South Korea, some of the U.S.'s largest trading partners and staunchest… Continue watching
Jul 08 A look at the countries that received tariff letters from Trump By Associated Press President Donald Trump has sent letters to 14 countries outlining higher tariffs they’ll face if they don’t make trade deals with the U.S. by Aug. 1. Continue reading
Jul 08 Amazon extends Prime Day discounts as retailers weigh tariffs and price increases By Anne D'Innocenzio, Associated Press Amazon executives declined to comment on the potential impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs on Prime Day deals. Continue reading
Jul 07 Trump announces 25% tariffs on goods from Japan and South Korea beginning Aug. 1 By Alex Veiga, Associated Press Trump has been talking for a while about ending trade negotiations and sending out letters informing countries about their tariff rates. Continue reading
Jul 06 Pressure from Trump for trade deals before July 9 deadline, but hints of more time for talks By Ellen Knickmeyer, Michelle L. Price, Associated Press The Trump administration is stepping up pressure on trading partners to quickly make new deals before a Wednesday deadline, with plans for the United States to start sending letters Monday warning countries that higher tariffs could kick in Aug. 1. Continue reading
Jul 05 Watch 7:43 What’s behind a thrifting boom among American shoppers By Ali Rogin, Veronica Vela While thrift stores are nothing new, they’re becoming more popular as shoppers deal with rising costs of living and even in some cases earn a living as resellers. The secondhand clothing industry is projected to grow about three times faster… Continue watching