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Here's why President Trump's tariffs could benefit European consumers

President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping reciprocal tariffs, which were far steeper than many had anticipated, has sparked a global outcry. What do they mean for European consumers?

Europe News

Trump targets EU law, but it's not up for negotiation, says lead MEP

The chair of the European Parliament's trade committee said the American President has European legislation in his sights more than tariffs imposed by Europeans. The MEP is clear: European law is non-negotiable.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica's former leader Óscar Arias says US revoked his visa

The 84-year-old, who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1987, recently criticised US President Donald Trump, comparing him to a Roman emperor.

Markets

Trump tariff shock rattles markets as investors fear global trade war

Global markets sank as Trump imposed sweeping new tariffs on top US trade partners, sparking fears of retaliatory moves and a global slowdown. Stocks tumbled, bonds rallied, the euro hit a six-month high, and oil prices slumped.

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Radio Schuman

Green MEP urges EU companies to keep DEI policy post-Trump letter

In an interview with Euronews, Green MEP Majdouline Sbai stated that European companies should not feel pressured to abandon their values, management practices, or commitment to diversity and workplace well-being in response to Trump’s letter.

Markets

Euro surges toward five-month high after Trump ‘Liberation Day’ speech

The euro surged to a nearly five-month high against the US dollar following Trump’s tariff announcement. The greenback weakened against most other currencies as US government bond yields slumped on a deteriorating economic outlook. Meanwhile, the reciprocal tariffs rattled global markets.

Markets

Asian markets and US futures tumble following global US tariff hikes

Asian markets and US futures tumbled on Thursday following US President Donald Trump’s announcement of big increases in tariffs on imports of goods from around the world.

Economy

'Major economic blow': EU and world leaders react to Trump's tariffs

US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a new 20% tariff on the European Union drew a sharp rebuke from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Europe News

EU preparing 'further countermeasures' to US tariffs: Von der Leyen

US President Donald Trump announced 20% tariffs on EU goods on Wednesday.

Business

Trump unveils minimum 10% tariff on imports to US and 20% on the EU

US President Donald Trump announced the long-awaited “Liberation Day” reciprocal tariffs at the White House Rose Garden. Global markets shifted into “risk-off” mode, with US stock futures tumbling sharply and gold surging to a new high.

Business

Tesla’s turn as 'political stock': Is Musk tanking his own company?

Tesla faces record sell-offs as buyers and investors flee Elon Musk’s embrace of Trump and his politics.

Economy

Europe braces for Trump’s tariffs: What could the economic damage be?

Trump’s tariffs on EU goods could slash exports by at least €85 billion, hitting autos and pharmaceuticals hardest. Germany, Denmark and Central Europe face sharp fallout, raising recession risks and forcing the ECB to consider rate cuts.

Europe News

EU must be 'smart' against Trump's 'big mistake' on tariffs: Costa

A trade war between the European Union and the United States will "affect everyone," António Costa has warned in an exclusive interview with Euronews.

Markets

Global shares mostly decline ahead of Trump's latest tariffs

Global shares were mixed on Wednesday as investors waited to see what US President Donald Trump will announce about tariffs.

Economy

Automakers report stellar sales ahead of Trump's tariffs taking effect

Major car companies say sales rose sharply in March, with most reporting double-digit gains. For some companies, the strong performance last month helped make up for a sluggish start to the year.

Economy

Trump's 'Liberation Day': Tariffs to take immediate effect

The White House has confirmed that President Trump’s tariffs will take immediate effect upon their announcement. Global markets showed signs of recovery on the first trading day of April, though analysts remain divided on the market outlook.

Europe News

German car makers brace for further Trump administration tariffs

Germany is anticipating a trade war as President Donald Trump prepares a raft of punitive tariffs. How will the country's car manufacturers be affected?

Europe News

Europeans overwhelmingly endorse retaliatory tariffs, poll finds

While aware of the economic impact of US tariffs on EU goods, a YouGov study finds that a vast majority of European citizens support retaliatory measures in the escalating trade dispute between Brussels and Washington.

Economy

Will Trump’s tariffs against Canada and Mexico hit the 2026 World Cup?

Increasing concerns about the feasibility of holding the 2026 FIFA World Cup between the US, Canada and Mexico have emerged, following Trump's tariffs against both these countries.

Economy

Eurozone inflation falls to 2.2%: Could the ECB cut rates this month?

Eurozone inflation hit a four-month low at 2.2% in March, but rising monthly prices and persistent services inflation leave the ECB divided ahead of its April 17 meeting, with markets pricing a 65% chance of a rate cut.

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