
President Donald Trump said Friday that he would be hitting Chinese goods with a 100% tariff “over and above any tariff that they are currently paying,” a move that reinvigorates a once-cooling trade war between the world’s largest economies. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. In a Truth Social post Friday afternoon, Trump said the new tariffs are in response to moves by China to institute export controls.
Main Idea: President Donald Trump threatened to hit Chinese goods with a new 100% tariff and other steps after China tightened export controls on rare earth materials.
Key Points:
Trump’s new tariffs could raise prices for US shoppers and squeeze small businesses that rely on Chinese goods and parts. Market swings and slower trade could also hurt retirement savings and jobs.
No clear positive impact identified.
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