Tag: Trump
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You worked hard, aimed high. You believed that getting a good education would lead to a better life. Now, however, your student loans feel less like a smart investment. Instead, they feel more like a financial trap. Even with a good job and strong qualifications, paying off student loans can feel like a second rent.…
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Tariffs Sneak into Your Cart: Amazon Caught in the Crossfire If your Amazon Prime haul has gotten pricier lately, it’s not your imagination – it’s geopolitics. Recent Amazon tariffs have effectively become an invisible surcharge on countless Amazon products, raising costs behind the scenes. In one dramatic episode, Amazon even floated the idea of telling…
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April 2, 2025 – US stock futures dived on Tuesday evening after a shock statement by former President Donald Trump that the government under him would levy very aggressive new tariffs on imports, spooking markets about the resumption of a global trade war. The move created a shockwave across markets, plunging Dow Jones Industrial Average…
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Trump’s 20% Tariff Plan: Economic Risks, Market Reactions, and the Political Playbook Behind ‘Liberation Day’ Former President Donald Trump is floating a bold trade proposal that could redefine U.S. economic policy: a flat 20% tariff on nearly all imported goods. Dubbed “Liberation Day,” the proposal is framed as an aggressive move to cut the U.S.…
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In a significant policy turnaround, former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced sweeping tariffs of 25% on all foreign cars and some automobile parts, to be imposed on April 2, 2025. The decision is aimed at restructuring the U.S. automobile industry, boosting domestic production, and repairing long-standing trade imbalances. Understanding the Scope of the Tariffs…
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As of March 23, 2025, the whole world financial market is going through dramatic shifts with the U.S. government’s trade policy being the key driver. Anticipation of fresh tariffs has introduced volatility in various markets, affecting currencies, equities, and commodities. U.S. Dollar Performance The U.S. dollar has experienced divergent movements over the last few weeks. Following a three-week high, it has leveled off as investors anticipate clarity regarding future tariff implementations. The dollar index (DXY) remains…
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The following article contains information from Reuters, Wall Street journal, New York Post and marketwatch: President Donald Trump recently announced a one-month delay on tariffs affecting auto imports from Mexico and Canada, offering temporary relief to U.S. automakers and benefiting car buyers. Here’s an in-depth look at the implications for industry stakeholders, U.S. workers, consumers,…