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Trump's hardline trade agenda spooks markets and allies


Published on 2025-03-11 21:01:10 - CNN
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  • President Donald Trump isn't scheduled to appear in public on Tuesday until after markets close. But by midday, his words had already spooked investors. After threatening a new round of tariffs in a social media post,

The article from MSN discusses the impact of former President Donald Trump's hardline trade policies on financial markets and international relations. Trump's aggressive stance on trade, including threats of imposing high tariffs on imports from countries like China and Mexico, has caused unease among investors and allies. His policies, which include a potential 60% tariff on Chinese goods and a 10% across-the-board tariff on all imports, aim to protect American industries but have led to fears of retaliatory measures from trading partners, potentially sparking a global trade war. This uncertainty has contributed to market volatility, with investors worried about the economic implications of such drastic trade measures. Additionally, Trump's approach has strained relationships with allies, who are concerned about the stability and predictability of U.S. trade policy, potentially leading to a reevaluation of economic alliances and strategies.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/markets/trump-s-hardline-trade-agenda-spooks-markets-and-allies/ar-AA1AHUWF ]