As the deadline for the US-China tariff truce approaches, global markets and policymakers increasingly focus on the future of trade relations between the world’s two largest economies. This critical outcome …
international trade
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The S&P 500 surged to a new all-time high on Tuesday, propelled by optimism surrounding several landmark U.S. trade agreements inked this month. As investor sentiment rallied, the benchmark index …
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Us politics & Policy
Trump’s Reciprocal Tariffs Threaten Defense Ties and Pentagon Supply Chains
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesUS President Donald Trump has imposed reciprocal tariffs on several nations, announcing a baseline 10 percent tax on all imports. This move is expected to make US weapons more expensive …
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US
Trump Threatens 200% Tariff on Wine Champagne and Alcoholic Beverages from France and European Union in Retaliation Against EU Levies on American Whiskey
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesIn a move that could further strain transatlantic trade relations President Donald Trump has announced his intent to impose a massive 200% tariff on all wines champagnes and alcoholic products …
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US
Trump Will Probably Cut Tariffs on Canada and Mexico as US Seeks Trade Stability Amid Rising Tensions
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesPresident Donald Trump is expected to announce a tariff reduction deal with Canada and Mexico as part of ongoing negotiations to ease trade tensions between the three nations. US Commerce …
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Shares of Japan’s major trading houses saw a significant surge after billionaire investor Warren Buffett reiterated his confidence in their long-term growth potential. The renewed endorsement from the Berkshire Hathaway …
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US
Trump Moves to Revive 1930 Trade Law to Implement Reciprocal Tariffs in Major Shift on Global Trade Policy
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesPresident Donald Trump is considering invoking a long-dormant provision of the 1930 Trade Act to impose reciprocal tariffs on countries that maintain higher import duties on U.S. goods, a move …
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US
Trump’s 25% Steel and Aluminum Tariffs Set for March 12 Reshaping Global Trade and Economy
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesThe United States is set to impose a sweeping 25% tariff on all imported steel and aluminum, a move that signals a seismic shift in global trade policies under Donald …
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Africa News
Kenyan Shilling Holds Steady Against US Dollar Amidst Fluctuating African Currencies
by Mael Julesby Mael JulesThe Kenyan shilling remained unchanged against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday, as data from the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) showed no significant movement in the exchange rate. At 0931 …
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China’s retaliatory tariffs on US goods officially came into effect on Monday, signaling a new escalation in the ongoing trade war between the world’s two largest economies. This development follows …