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Trump tariffs and warming India-China ties have silenced the Quad partnership … for now
Trump tariffs and warming India-China ties have silenced the Quad partnership … for now The Quad partnership between the US, India, Australia, and Japan has been on hold due to disagreements over trade tariffs and warming ties between India and China. The US imposed a 25% tariff on Indian goods in August 2025, which was […]
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Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now
Tariffs 101: What they are, who pays them, and why they matter now Tariffs are taxes on imports of goods, usually to protect domestic industries from import competition, and are imposed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The burden of tariffs often falls on consumers, who may see prices increase as companies pass on the […]
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Fujifilm is raising camera prices by up to $800
Fujifilm is raising camera prices by up to $800 Fujifilm has raised prices on its cameras and lenses by up to $800, with some models seeing significant increases. The price hikes include a $200 increase for the popular X100VI camera, now priced at $1,799, and a $200 increase for the X-T5 camera, now priced at […]
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What is the stupidest thing a recent president has said? It may depend on what your definition of ‘is’ is
What is the stupidest thing a recent president has said? It may depend on what your definition of ‘is’ is President Donald Trump was asked about the impact of his tariff policies and trade war with China during a press conference on April 30, 2025, and responded that American children should prepare to make sacrifices […]
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New US tariffs are now hitting cheap imports from China
New US tariffs are now hitting cheap imports from China New tariffs have taken effect on cheap imports from China, affecting businesses that relied on the de minimis exception. The de minimis exception, which allowed packages valued under $800 to enter the US duty-free, has expired as of 12:01AM ET today. Businesses like Shein and […]
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New tariffs are now hitting cheap US imports from China
New tariffs are now hitting cheap US imports from China New tariffs have taken effect on cheap US imports from China, effective as of 12:01AM ET today. The de minimis exception, which allowed duty-free imports under $800, has expired and will no longer apply to packages valued above this threshold. Businesses that rely on the […]
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GM thanks Trump for the $5 billion tariff hit it expects to take
GM thanks Trump for the $5 billion tariff hit it expects to take General Motors (GM) CEO Mary Barra thanked President Trump for his support of the US automotive industry, but also projected a $4 billion to $5 billion tariff hit due to Trump’s ever-changing tariffs. Despite the potential financial impact, GM reported a 2% […]
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Automakers can’t figure out what the hell is going on with Trump’s tariffs
Automakers can’t figure out what the hell is going on with Trump’s tariffs Automakers across the globe are struggling to navigate the ever-changing tariffs imposed by President Trump, leading to a lack of market certainty and forcing companies to pull their guidance for the year. The recent changes to the tariffs have created a complex […]
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The Kickstarter you backed may soon ask for more money to cover Trump’s tariffs
The Kickstarter you backed may soon ask for more money to cover Trump’s tariffs Kickstarter is launching a “Tariff Manager” tool to help creators deal with rising costs and import fees due to President Trump’s tariffs. The tool will allow creators to apply per-item surcharges to backers with US shipping addresses, which Kickstarter will include […]
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Trump excludes smartphones, computers, chips from higher tariffs
Trump excludes smartphones, computers, chips from higher tariffs The Trump administration has excluded smartphones, computers, and other electronics from tariffs imposed on Chinese goods. The exemptions do not apply to all tariffs, with some pre-existing tariffs still in effect. The exclusions include machines used by companies like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. to make semiconductors. Products […]
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