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The EU-U.S. trade deal dented euro strength. Strategists say that may not last
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The EU-U.S. trade deal dented euro strength. Strategists say that may not last

The euro has tumbled more than 2% against the U.S. dollar since the European Union struck a framework trade deal with the White House over the weekend, raising questions over whether its massive rally this year against the greenback has run its course. However, market watchers told CNBC that while the euro may have further […]

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Trump’s tariff deadline is near. Here’s a look at countries that have a deal — and those that don’t
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Trump’s tariff deadline is near. Here’s a look at countries that have a deal — and those that don’t

U.S. President Donald Trump calls on a reporter during a meeting with Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in the Oval Office at the White House on July 22, 2025, in Washington, D.C. Chip Somodevilla | Getty Images News | Getty Images Come Friday, the world will have to contend with higher tariff rates from the […]

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CNBC Daily Open: The tariff rate you get is not just about your trade policies
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CNBC Daily Open: The tariff rate you get is not just about your trade policies

US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on Feb. 13, 2025.  Jim Watson | AFP | Getty Images In the frenzied run-up to Friday, August 1— the day when U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariffs come into effect (no […]

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Trump announces trade deal with South Korea, setting tariffs at 15%
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Trump announces trade deal with South Korea, setting tariffs at 15%

File photo: US President Donald Trump gestures during a joint press conference in South Korea. Afp Contributor | Afp | Getty Images U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced that Washington had reached a “Full and Complete” trade deal with Seoul, setting blanket tariffs on the country’s exports to U.S. at 15%. This deal means […]

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Trump imposes universal 50% tariff on copper imports, White House says
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Trump imposes universal 50% tariff on copper imports, White House says

Copper pipes are displayed in a home rebuilding store on July 9, 2025 in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed on order imposing a universal 50% tariff on copper imports, the latest metal he has targeted with a steep import tax. The new, higher copper tariffs go […]

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Bessent says ‘not to panic’ over tariff rate surges on Aug. 1
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Bessent says ‘not to panic’ over tariff rate surges on Aug. 1

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent attends a press conference at government quarters Rosenbad after the trade talks between the U.S. and China concluded, in Stockholm, Sweden, July 29, 2025. Magnus Lejhall | TT | Via Reuters Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday urged corporate America, investors and U.S. trade partners “not to panic” if tariff […]

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Trump announces 25% tariff on India plus ‘penalty’ for trade with Russia
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Trump announces 25% tariff on India plus ‘penalty’ for trade with Russia

U.S. President Donald Trump listens as Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks during a joint press conference in the East Room at the White House on February 13, 2025 in Washington, DC. Alex Wong | Getty Images News | Getty Images President Donald Trump said Wednesday that India will pay a tariff of 25% beginning […]

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Trump says Friday tariff deadline ‘will not be extended’
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Trump says Friday tariff deadline ‘will not be extended’

U.S. President Donald Trump gestures before boarding Air Force One as he returns to Washington, D.C., in Lossiemouth, Scotland, Britain, July 29, 2025. Evelyn Hockstein | Reuters President Donald Trump said that he will not extend Friday’s deadline for his “reciprocal” tariffs on dozens of countries to restart. “THE AUGUST FIRST DEADLINE IS THE AUGUST […]

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Luxury carmakers flag combined costs of 9 million as U.S. tariffs bite
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Luxury carmakers flag combined costs of $889 million as U.S. tariffs bite

Key Points Luxury carmakers Porsche, Mercedes-Benz Group and Aston Martin on Wednesday each outlined the extent to which U.S. import tariffs have taken their toll. Collectively, the carmakers warned of combined costs exceeding 770 million euros ($889 million). “This is not a storm that will pass,” Oliver Blume, chairman of the executive board of Porsche, […]

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Adidas slumps 9% as sportswear giant warns tariffs to drive up U.S. prices
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Adidas slumps 9% as sportswear giant warns tariffs to drive up U.S. prices

Adidas shoes are displayed at a DSW store on January 31, 2024 in Novato, California.  Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Shares of Adidas fell Wednesday after the German sportswear giant flagged a double-digit million euro hit from U.S. tariffs in the second quarter and warned that current import levies will push up the cost of its […]

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