On August 4, Coin World reported that the Swiss government stated: If necessary, the government is prepared to continue talks with the United States after August 7, determined to propose more attractive offers to the U.S. Currently, no countermeasures are being considered. The trade surplus with the U.S. is not due to unfair trade practices; the government is committed to diversifying trade relations. Last week, the White House stated: A 39% tariff will be imposed on Swiss goods. Additionally, the effective date for Trump's reciprocal tariffs has been postponed to August 7.