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

Updated: 02/04/2025 - 9:27 GMT+2

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.

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