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Tariff upheaval leaves businesses and shoppers facing uncertainty
world5 days ago

Tariff upheaval leaves businesses and shoppers facing uncertainty

Following a Supreme Court ruling that blocked reciprocal tariffs, Trump invoked Section 122 of the Trade Act to impose a new 10% global tariff, later hinted to rise to 15%, creating widespread uncertainty for businesses and consumers as existing trade deals may be overridden, refunds for past levies remain unclear, and higher import costs could push prices higher, with UK exporters potentially facing billions in extra costs and firms considering diversification away from the US.

Trump's 15% Tariff Move Tests Legacy of U.S. Trade Deals
business6 days ago

Trump's 15% Tariff Move Tests Legacy of U.S. Trade Deals

The Supreme Court ruled that Trump overstepped his authority in using IEEPA to impose tariffs, though tariffs under Section 232 remain; Trump then applied a blanket 15% tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 for 150 days with limited exemptions, unsettling existing trade deals and forcing partners to reassess negotiated rates as the White House signals possible Section 301 actions to restore reciprocal tariffs later.

Trump taps emergency tariff rule to reimpose tariffs quickly, with time limits
business7 days ago

Trump taps emergency tariff rule to reimpose tariffs quickly, with time limits

After a Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, President Trump pivots to Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 to temporarily impose 10% tariffs on all foreign goods for up to 150 days, a fast-acting emergency authority that must be extended by Congress to endure; the tool is designed for short-term shocks and sits alongside other levers like Section 232, 301, and 338.