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Posted August 27, 2018
The next round of proposed tariffs against China raising the total stakes to $200 billion would hit consumer goods and a wide range of smart products such as thermostats, LED bulbs and electric bikes. Continue Reading
Posted August 23, 2018
Even as the U.S. and Mexico have largely finalized a deal on the new auto rules of origin, the White House has been pushing for cars that don’t meet the threshold to be subject to a 20-to-25% tariff. Continue Reading
Posted August 17, 2018
Under Economic Issues, International Trade Issues, Other Government Departments-Agencies
Looking to get voters on board with its tariffs, Trump administration officials have begun comparing them to a “weight-loss program” or a “kind of painful” diet that makes you “healthier in the end.” Continue Reading
Posted August 08, 2018
Under Economic Issues, International Trade Issues, Logistics & Supply Chain Issues
An overwhelming number of small-business owners view increasing U.S. trade as beneficial to the economy, but two out of three fear that tariffs on China will mean higher prices on consumer items. Continue Reading
Posted July 26, 2018
Thanks in part to strong demand at home and abroad, some of the biggest U.S. manufacturers say they’re presently more concerned about rising commodities and logistics costs than import tariffs. Continue Reading
Posted July 24, 2018
Under Economic Issues, International Trade Issues, Logistics & Supply Chain Issues
Linda Hasenfratz, CEO of auto parts maker Linamar, blasted Trump’s glib comments about tariffs, warning that if he follows through on his threats, the U.S. president risks “personally instigating a recession.” Continue Reading
