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Trump launches copper imports' probe as global trade tensions heat up

The US President's copper imports investigation has contributed to rapidly escalating global trade tensions. The metal is a vital component in a number of products, and is also important for the green transition.

Economy

Trump curbs Chinese investment and moves on Canada and Mexico tariffs

US President Donald Trump has said he will proceed with tariffs on Canada and Mexico next month and tighten Chinese investment rules in the US. Market sentiment soured as risk-off prevailed.

Tech News

New apps encourage Canadians to buy local in response to US tariffs

A handful of barcode scanning apps have popped up in Canada to help customers avoid American products in grocery stores.

Economy

Chinese markets up on Trump hints of possible deal to avert trade war

President Donald Trump's comments have raised hopes of a de-escalation in the trade war between the world's two largest economies. This has further strengthened the Chinese currency and stock markets, which have gained throughout the month amid the surprising launch of DeepSeek's AI model.

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Economy

US beat China as Germany's biggest single trading partner last year

Trade between the US and Germany, Europe's largest economy, rose 0.1% compared with 2023, Germany's Federal Statistical Office said. Trade with China, which was Germany's biggest trading partner every year from 2016 to 2023, dropped 3.1%.

Europe News

Donald Trump says 'EU has been very unfair to us'

Top trade officials for the bloc said they were interested in opening negotiations with the White House to strike mutually beneficial trade deals.

Economy

Trump raises threat of higher tariffs on more goods entering the US

US President Donald Trump has signalled plans to impose a 25% tariff on car imports, along with similar or higher levies on pharmaceutical products and semiconductor chips.

Travel News

Why Trump’s tariffs could be a surprise win for Europe’s hotels

A stronger dollar and Canadians boycotting the US are leading many to change their travel plans.

Europe News

LNG imports plummet amid falling EU gas demand

Europe’s decreasing gas demand calls into question a scramble to build new LNG import terminals, but leeway remains to increase imports from US as demanded by President Donald Trump.

Europe News

US trade relations shouldn't impact probes on Big Tech, lawmaker says

Washington's looming tariffs threats against the EU should not influence the bloc's antitrust investigations against US Big Tech that are set to come to an end next month, MEP Bernd Lang has told Euronews.

Economy

BoE chief says collaboration is key to solving economic imbalances

Speaking in Brussels, Andrew Bailey warned that fragmentation was "bad for global growth" during a time of uncertainty.

Markets

Euro at crossroads with Trump’s tariffs as Ukraine peace talks unfold

The euro rose to a near two-month high amid the postponed reciprocal tariffs by Trump and his push for Ukraine war peace talks. However, the rebound in the common currency may be only short-lived.

Europe News

Exclusive: France, Germany divided over how to retaliate to US tariffs

Despite EU countries fronting an outward show of unity over the Trump White House's tariff threats, dividing lines are emerging: some favour swift retaliatory action, others would prefer ongoing dialogue with the US. At stake is whether Europe can continue negotiating en bloc or will see a splinter.

Business

Taiwan vows US investment boost after Trump’s tariff threats on chips

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said on Friday he would communicate more with the US over President Donald Trump’s concerns over the chip industry and invest more in the US hours after Trump ordered reciprocal tariffs on trade partners.

Business

Trump delays a sweeping reciprocal tariff plan as global markets rally

US President Donald Trump signed a Presidential memo on reciprocal tariffs to order his administration to investigate the plan, offering time for negotiations. Global markets turned to a risk-on mode following the decision.

Italy

Wine exporters have called for a de-escalation of tensions

With the U.S. as the largest non-EU market for Italian exports, tariffs imposed by President Trump could significantly impact sectors like wine, spirits, and furniture. Federvini, representing wine and spirits exporters, warns that such tariffs could cost Italy up to half of its U.S. market share

Business

Trump set to announce reciprocal tariffs on US trading partners

"TODAY IS THE BIG ONE: RECIPROCAL TARIFFS!!!" Trump posted on his social media site, Truth Social. "MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!"

Economy

Countries warn of economic fallout from Trump's steel tariffs

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is among the leaders who have hit back at US tariffs. He called them "unjustified" and vowed swift retaliation.

Europe in Motion

What is the balance of trade between the EU and US?

Over the past decade, EU exports to the US have surged by 44%.

Economy

ECB's Lagarde signals inflation relief, urges push for a digital euro

ECB President Christine Lagarde told the European Parliament that inflation is easing and rate cuts are taking effect but warned of trade risks. She reaffirmed a cautious, data-driven approach and stressed the need for a digital euro to strengthen Europe's financial autonomy.

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