President Xi Jinping’s decision to quickly retaliate against Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs sent the world a clear message: If the U.S. wants a trade war, China is ready to fight.
April 7, 2025tariffs News Updates
Xi Declares China Ready to Fight Trump’s Trade Tariffs
Stellantis Offers Tariff Aid to Struggling Parts Suppliers
It’s unclear what percentage of the cost Stellantis is willing to pay and suppliers would have to meet a number of requirements in order to qualify for the program.
April 7, 2025US Hits Canada Lumber With 34% Duties Even Before Tariffs
The U.S. is poised to more than double duties on Canadian softwood lumber to 34.45%, putting more pressure on U.S. materials costs even before any new tariffs on the sector.
April 7, 2025Trump Threatens 50% Additional Tariffs on China
President Donald Trump threatened additional tariffs of 50% on China on April 7, raising fresh concerns that his drive to rebalance the global economy could lead to a trade war.
April 7, 2025Trump Digs In His Heels on Tariffs
President Donald Trump remained defiant on April 7 as global markets continued plunging and fears of a recession grew after his tariff announcement last week.
April 7, 2025Trade News: Port Fee Plans Could Upend Supply Chain
In addition to uncertainty around tariffs, other less-publicized issues are threatening to upend global supply chains. Â
April 4, 2025Carmakers Freeze Prices, Offer Discounts
Jeep maker Stellantis is offering fresh discounts across its brands while Hyundai pledged to hold prices steady until June 2 in a bid to ease fears that tariffs will make cars more expensive.
April 4, 2025Newsom Says California to Seek Tariff Exemptions From Allies
Gov. Gavin Newsom said he’s seeking exemptions for California-made products from retaliatory tariffs and wants to open talks with global allies over new trade relationships.
April 4, 2025Nissan Halts US Orders for SUVs Built in Mexico
Nissan Motor decided to stop selling a pair of Mexican-built Infiniti SUVs in the U.S. market, in response to President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on car imports.
April 4, 2025China Hits Back With 34% Tariff on Imports of All US Goods
China announced April 4 that it will impose a 34% tariff on imports of all U.S. products beginning April 10, part of a flurry of retaliatory measures following the U.S. slate of tariffs.
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