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Who's who in the EU-US trade war?

From Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič to influential advisor Peter Navarro, Euronews breaks down the main characters in the EU-US trade war.

USA

US stocks drop again following another day of volatility

The dramatic fluctuations came after global stock rallies earlier in the day, with indexes rising 6% in Tokyo, 2.5% in Paris, and 1.6% in Shanghai.

USA

Donald Trump to slap 104% tariffs on Chinese imports

China vowed to 'fight to the end' while stepping in to stabilise its stock markets following a sharp plunge.

Europe News

Will Trump's tariffs face more lawsuits as right-wing backlash grows?

Further lawsuits against US President Donald Trump's tariff regime are expected after his policy plunged global stock markets into chaos.

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Business

Samsung ups earnings guidance as chip sales soar on tariff concerns

Although Samsung reported a boost in chip sales in its latest earnings report, falling prices and late shipments continue to hit the company.

Europe News

Von der Leyen talks trade disruption with China amid tariff barrage

Amid escalating trade war with the US, the EU reached out to China on Tuesday in a telephone exchange between Ursula von der Leyen and Chinese Premier Li Qiang.

Markets

S&P 500 rises 3.4% as some relief washes through financial markets

Stocks are rising on Wall Street and around the world to recover some of the historic losses since last week when President Donald Trump announced sharp increases in taxes on goods imported to the US.

Food and Drink

Swiss chocolatiers respond to Trump's tariffs at annual chocolate fair

At an annual chocolate fair in Versoix, Switzerland, local chocolatiers voiced concern over the new 31% US tariffs, but most say the impact will be minimal as their focus remains on the domestic market.

Economy

Which European firms and industries are more vulnerable to US tariffs?

European firms with high US exposure face mounting risks from tariffs, recession fears, and a weakening dollar, while domestically focused companies appear more insulated, according to a new Goldman Sachs analysis.

Culture news

The 10 best and funniest signs from the US ‘Hands Off’ protests

Beyond the devastating implications of the Trump administration's policies, protesters have gotten to showcase their creativity during recent protests. Here are some of our favourite signs and banners.

EuroVerify

How a false headline about a tariff pause sent markets into wild swing

US markets briefly surged on Monday amid false rumours that President Donald Trump was mulling a 90-day pause on tariffs, before they plunged again. Euroverify investigates.

Business

Swiss chocolatiers face bittersweet Easter after Trump's tariffs

With the normally brisk Easter season around the corner, the mood in Switzerland's chocolate business is bittersweet, thanks to high cacao prices and — now — the newly added US tariffs on imports.

Economy

Turkey sees opportunity as Trump's tariffs upset global trading order

Business figures and economists in Turkey have begun to glimpse a silver lining to the economic storm clouds.

Markets

European markets move higher after punishing global sell-off

European markets rebound after Monday's punishing global sell-off despite tariff tensions continuing to weigh on investor sentiment.

Markets

Asian shares and US futures gain as investors resume buying

Asian markets advanced on Tuesday, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 share benchmark initially shooting up more than 6% after it fell nearly 8% a day earlier.

Business

Beijing vows to 'fight to the end' as Trump threatens 50% more tariffs

In response to Trump’s threat of an additional 50% in tariffs, China vowed to “fight to the end” while stepping in to stabilise its stock markets following a sharp plunge. Broader markets rebounded on dip-buying as investors await developments in trade negotiations.

Radio Schuman

Can Giorgia Meloni help the EU avoid a trade war with the US?

Italian media report that Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni may visit Washington on April 16 to meet with US President Donald Trump, while Vice President JD Vance is expected to visit Italy later this month.

USA

President Trump confirms no plans to suspend global tariffs

There were big swings in US stock throughout Monday's trading session after Trump warned he could raise tariffs even further.

USA

United States to hold direct talks with Iran

President Trump said the talks with Tehran would start Saturday but insisted Tehran can’t get nuclear weapons.

Europe News

EU trade ministers near agreement on retaliatory tariff first round

Trade ministers meeting in Luxembourg on Monday neared agreement on a list of US goods to target in response to the recent US decision to impose tariffs on steel and aluminium.

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