Tariffs

US Economy: Fragile Second Half as Tariffs, Tight Labor, and Policy Risks Weigh on Growth

UOB expects the US economy to weaken in 2H25 as tariffs resume, labor tightens, and political risks cloud Fed independence.

7 months ago

US Warns of Possible Steeper Tariffs on ASEAN Nations if Talks Fail

The US warns ASEAN nations of possible steeper tariffs if negotiations stall, with semiconductors and regional supply chains under scrutiny.

9 months ago

Malaysia’s Exports Miss Forecast as US Tariffs Hit Trade, China Demand Cushions Impact

Malaysia's exports grew 1.9% in August, falling short of forecasts due to US tariffs, with significant declines in trade with…

9 months ago

Auto Industry: Germany Faces Industrial Jobs Crisis as 125,000 Cuts Shake Economy

Germany faces industrial crisis with 125,000 layoffs in six weeks, led by auto sector cuts, weak exports, and tariff pressures.

9 months ago

Economist Shreds Trump’s $4 Trillion Tariff Claim: ‘It’s a Tax on Americans’

The CBO's tariff forecast is questioned by economist Wolfers, emphasizing higher consumer costs and shifting tax burdens onto ordinary Americans.

10 months ago

India to Suspend Postal Deliveries to US Amid Tariff Confusion

India will suspend postal deliveries to the US due to unclear customs rules and new tariff regulations affecting small parcels.

10 months ago

Economist Richard Wolff Slams Trump’s Tariffs as Deceptive and Damaging

Economist Richard Wolff criticizes Trump's tariffs as harmful taxes on consumers, escalating trade tensions and risking U.S. economic stability.

10 months ago

Chinese Firms Rush to Indonesia to Dodge US Tariffs, Eye Vast Consumer Market – Reuters

Chinese companies are investing in Indonesia to avoid US tariffs, driving demand for industrial land amid rising real estate prices.

10 months ago

Trump’s Tariffs Test U.S. Economy’s Resilience Amid Rising Inflation Fears

Trump's 2025 tariffs push U.S. inflation to 2.7%, slowing GDP and jobs, yet economy holds resilient amid trade tensions.

10 months ago

Malaysia Seeks Clarity as Trump’s 100% Chip Tariff Sparks Industry Concern

Malaysia seeks clarification from the U.S. regarding President Trump's 100% tariff on non-investing semiconductor firms, emphasizing the need for policy…

10 months ago

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