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Apple beats expectations but faces soaring tariff costs

Apple exceeded market expectations in the first quarter, buoyed by a rebound in iPhone sales. However, the company warned that newly imposed tariffs by Donald Trump could significantly increase costs in the coming months. CEO Tim Cook indicated during the earnings call that tariffs could cost Apple up......

Moroccan barite’s rising role in global markets

Morocco plays a crucial role in two specific segments of the global barite market, both closely monitored through monthly reports by Fastmarkets. The first and more valuable segment involves raw, unprocessed barite with a specific gravity of 4.2, typically sold in bulk. This high-quality barite meets......

Tariff policies under Donald Trump's presidency

The tariff policies imposed by the United States have long had a significant impact on international trade, influencing both partner economies and diplomatic relations. In recent years, U.S. trade policy has shifted towards tariff hikes, economic sanctions, and a clear intention to protect domestic industries......

Trump Plans New Tariffs on Semiconductors amid Trade Policy Shift

In a significant shift in trade policy, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that new tariff rates on imported semiconductor chips will be revealed in the coming week. While some flexibility may be granted to certain companies, the announcement signals that previous exemptions for smartphones......

Trump Spares Smartphones, Computers, Other Electronics from China Tariffs

The U.S. administration under President Donald Trump has granted tariff exemptions on a range of electronics imported mainly from China, including smartphones, computers, and other devices. This move is seen as a significant relief for major tech companies like Apple, which rely heavily on imported products. In......

Trump tariffs kick in, spurring more market carnage

U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on imports from dozens of countries officially took effect on Wednesday, triggering a sharp escalation in global trade tensions. Among the most significant were 104% duties on Chinese goods, a move that intensified market instability and accelerated......

Brazil, Egypt, and Singapore Among Potential Winners from Tariff Onslaught

The recent imposition of sweeping tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through global markets, particularly affecting long-standing U.S. trading partners like the European Union, Japan, and South Korea. However, several countries, including Brazil, Egypt, Singapore, and Turkey,......

Over 50 nations request US trade talks after tariffs

More than 50 countries have reached out to the White House seeking to open trade negotiations following President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, according to senior administration officials. The newly imposed tariffs, which wiped nearly $6 trillion off US stock markets last week and shook global......

IMF warns US tariffs threaten global economic stability

The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, issued a stark warning on Thursday regarding the potential consequences of new U.S. tariffs. She emphasized that the recently announced trade measures pose a serious threat to global economic prospects, urging the United......

Trump Softens Stance on Tariffs amid Market Volatility

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that his upcoming reciprocal tariffs will be lower than those imposed by other countries, aiming to ease concerns in global markets. Speaking at the White House, Trump emphasized that his trade measures, set for announcement on Wednesday, will be “kinder”......

India faces economic strain as Trump’s tariffs complicate recovery

As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepared for his visit to the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump announced new reciprocal tariffs on key trading partners, adding pressure to India’s already struggling economy. During a joint press conference, Trump revealed that India would purchase......

U.S. tariffs impact Argentine steel industry: 1,000 jobs cut

The recent imposition of a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports by the United States is already affecting Argentina. On Wednesday, an Argentine steel company announced the dismissal of 1,000 workers in response to the new trade measures. Acindar, a subsidiary of the Indian group ArcelorMittal, reached......

Global gold demand soars to record levels in 2024

Global gold demand is set to reach unprecedented levels in 2024, driven by a mix of economic uncertainties, increasing geopolitical tensions, and a surge in gold purchases by central banks. According to the World Gold Council’s annual report, total gold demand is expected to hit 4,974 tons in 2024,......

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