U.S. President Donald Trump announces plans for new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, impacting global markets and raising concerns about trade wars.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced his intention to impose a 25 percent tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, affecting countries like Canada and Mexico. This news sent ripples through global markets, with the Canadian stock market initially experiencing a surge before retracing its steps. While Wall Street reacted with relative calmness, with major indices opening higher, concerns about the potential economic impact of these tariffs lingered.
Trump's announcement sparked reactions from various sectors. Canadian Steel Producers Association expressed deep concern over the potential impact on their industry. Meanwhile, the Canadian ambassador to France criticized Trump's threats of invasion as a violation of international law. The Canadian stock market initially reacted positively to Trump's comments, opening higher by one percent. However, the enthusiasm was short-lived, as the market soon retreated, falling 0.36 percent to 25,442.91 by 9:45 a.m. EST.This latest tariff move echoes Trump's earlier trade policies, including the imposition of tariffs on goods from China and the initial threat of tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Experts are closely watching the situation, anticipating further developments and potential retaliatory measures from affected countries. The long-term consequences of these tariffs on the global economy remain uncertain.
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