Tuesday Briefing: Trump Threatens New Tariffs
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President Trump announced a 25 percent tariff on exports to the U.S. for countries purchasing oil or gas from Venezuela, set to take effect on April 2. This measure is part of a broader trade policy aimed at penalizing nations deemed unfriendly, and Trump hinted at potential exemptions without specifics. Concurrently, he celebrated Hyundai's $21 billion investment in the U.S., which may shield it from tariffs. The impending tariffs have left Japanese automakers uneasy as they face costly tariffs on vehicles made abroad, highlighting the tumultuous landscape of international trade under Trump's administration.
President Trump announced a 25 percent tariff on countries buying oil or gas from Venezuela, claiming the country sends criminals into the U.S.
Trump may provide tariff exemptions for certain countries but left specific details unclear, highlighting uncertainty in trade relations.
The administration has granted Chevron an extension to produce and sell Venezuelan oil while simultaneously discussing reciprocal tariffs.
Japanese automakers, once optimistic about U.S. trade policies, are now concerned about potential heavy taxes on foreign-made vehicles.
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