#TrumpTariffs
President Trump announced new "reciprocal tariffs" of 25% to 40% for 14 countries (Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, etc.), set to take effect on August 1st, unless trade agreements are reached. Additionally, he threatens to impose an additional 10% on nations aligned with "anti-American" policies of the BRICS bloc.
This stance has already caused an impact:
Indices like S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell nearly 1%.
The real and the Indian rupee weakened, reflecting nervousness in emerging markets.
What to expect in the coming days:
Intense negotiations until August 1st, when the deadline for agreements was extended. The risk of escalation persists if there is no consensus.
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In summary, the new tariffs aim to strengthen negotiations and protect American industries, but they pressure consumers and increase global instability, with heightened attention to developments until August.