$BTC Here's an update on Trump tariffs:
*Latest Developments*
- The US and China have agreed to a 90-day suspension and reduction of tariffs starting May 12, 2025. US tariffs on Chinese goods will be lowered from 145% to 30%, while China will reduce its tariffs on American products from 125% to 10%.
- A new trade deal has been announced between the US and the UK, which will see the US lower tariffs on British steel, aluminum, and automobiles. Tariffs on UK-made cars will drop from 25% to 10%, with up to 100,000 vehicles per year allowed at the reduced rate.
- The Trump administration has temporarily exempted smartphones, laptops, and other electronics from its sweeping 145% tariffs on Chinese imports.
*Tariff Status by Country*
- *United States Tariffs:*
- 10% minimum tariffs imposed on most countries
- 30% on Chinese imports for 90 days starting May 12
- 25% on imported cars and key auto parts
- 25% on steel and aluminum
- *Canada Tariffs on US:*
- 25% tariff on non-USMCA-compliant US-made vehicles
- 25% on CA$30 billion of US goods
- *Mexico Tariffs:*
- 15% duty on US goods starting March 10, and a sharp jump to 125% on all US-origin products effective April 10
- *China Tariffs:*
- 10-15% on US meat and agricultural products
- Suspension of US lumber imports and revocation of soybean import licenses
- *EU Tariffs:*
- Proposed tariffs on €4.5 billion of US consumer goods and €18 billion of US steel and agricultural products
*Impact*
- The economic consequences of Trump's tariffs are becoming increasingly evident, with potential price hikes on goods like electronics, clothing, and food.
- The automotive industry may see a significant increase in costs, with some analysts estimating that new auto tariffs could add $3,000 to the cost of US-manufactured vehicles.
- Economists warn that higher tariffs could exacerbate inflation, making everyday goods more costly for US households ¹.