Trump's Tariffs and US-EU Trade Tensions
US-EU economic ties remain volatile under Donald Trump, with tariffs and trade disputes impacting global trade and eurozone exports. The EU is actively seeking other trade agreements in response to these challenges.
15 Feb, 16:23 — 15 Feb, 17:40
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Trump tariffs, dollar's dip a double-hit to eurozone exports
The euro has reached its highest level against the US dollar since 2021. That has consequences for eurozone companies and consumers, but few think that the European Central Bank should intervene yet.
Read at source →EU pushes for deals as Trump's tariffs upset global trade
Fear over Trump's tariff walls and the aggressive tone coming from the White House is pushing the European Union to focus on getting other trade agreements done. Despite all efforts, the EU sometimes gets in its own way.
Read at source →US–EU economic ties show why neither side can decouple
Despite a pause in tariff escalation, US–EU trade remains volatile under Donald Trump. From deficits and energy to services and the dollar, the trans-Atlantic relationship reveals deep ties — and clear vulnerabilities.
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By Patrick Wintour in Munich
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