🚨 Trump’s Tariffs Called “Pure Madness” by Former Italian PM 🚨
📍 CryptoPulsee | Global Macro Lens | April 4, 2025
🇺🇸🛑 Rising Tensions: Europe Pushes Back on U.S. Tariffs
In a strong response to U.S. trade policy, former Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta has criticized President Trump’s sweeping tariffs as “pure madness.”
🗣️ Speaking to CNBC at the Ambrosetti Forum on the shores of Lake Como, Letta warned:
“This is a crazy frontal attack on the world — it’s not just about America First, it's about everyone paying the price.”
🧩 Key Highlights:
🔺 EU under pressure:
The European Union has been hit with 20% reciprocal tariffs on exports to the U.S., affecting:
• 🚗 Automobiles
• 🏭 Industrial Machinery
• 💻 Technology
• 🛍️ Consumer Goods
🔺 Letta’s warning:
The tariffs will hurt both sides — U.S. consumers and European businesses
Trump is exploiting fragmentation within the EU, making unity more critical than ever
The EU must stand firm and not comply with this economic pressure
📊 CryptoPulsee Insight:
🌐 As global trade tensions rise, markets are responding with volatility.
Here's what it means for investors and crypto:
🔸 Expect near-term turbulence in European and U.S. equity markets
🔸 Safe-haven assets like Gold and Bitcoin could see further upside
🔸 BTC may benefit as a macro hedge against geopolitical instability
🔸 Keep an eye on stablecoin flows and Bitcoin Dominance if uncertainty continues
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