$BTC The US–EU Trade Agreement finalized on July 27, 2025, marks a major step toward easing trade tensions and strengthening economic cooperation between the two regions. Key points of the deal include:
• Tariff Structure: The US will apply a 15% tariff on most EU goods, while the EU removes tariffs on all US industrial products.
• EU Exports: The 15% ceiling will cover most EU exports such as cars, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals.
• Sector-Specific Tariffs: The US will keep 50% tariffs on EU steel, aluminum, and copper.
• Energy and Investment: The EU has agreed to purchase $750 billion worth of US energy exports over three years and invest $600 billion into the US economy.
• Overall Impact: The agreement aims to provide long-term stability, prevent trade disputes, and boost cooperation on supply chain security and economic resilience.
Reactions are divided. Some EU lawmakers and business leaders warn it could weaken European competitiveness, while EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen maintains that this was the most balanced and beneficial outcome achievable under current global conditions.
