#US-EUTradeAgreement Agreement Highlights

15% tariff on most EU exports to the U.S.—including automobiles, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors—down from the previously threatened 30–50%, but notably higher than pre‑2025 averages (~1–2%)

Reuters

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Zero tariffs on several “strategic” categories such as:

Aircraft and components

Semiconductor production equipment

Select chemicals

Generic pharmaceuticals

Agricultural goods and critical raw materials

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💰 EU Commitments in Exchange

$750 billion in U.S. energy imports (e.g. LNG, oil, nuclear fuel) over three years

$600 billion in additional U.S. investments, including military procurement and infrastructure

Reaction & Impact

🇪🇺 European Side

Cautious relief: German and Belgian leaders appreciated avoiding a trade war and easing uncertainty.

Criticism from others: French and some industrial voices labeled the deal as imbalanced or too concessions-heavy for the EU

Deutsche Welle

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🇺🇸 U.S. Perspective

Hailed as a major diplomatic and trade win, aligned with Trump-era agreements with Japan, UK, and Southeast Asian nations.

Framed as the largest EU commitment to U.S. energy and investment yet