Buoys, dog muzzles, capes, national flags and “base metal statuettes” from Canada are now more expensive for U.S. shoppers.
Category: Customs (Tariff)
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What Canadian Goods Will Take Trump’s 50% Tariffs? Some Pretty Strange Items.
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Trump’s Top Trade Representative Details Offer That Canada Refused
The New York Times – Business:In an interview, Jamieson Greer, Trump’s trade representative, laid out details of the trade offer that the United States made to Canada before talks crumbled.
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Carney Slams U.S.-Canada Trade Proposal and Vows Retaliation
The New York Times – On the Runway:Prime Minister Mark Carney gave a powerful speech to Canadians on Saturday morning, hours after ordering negotiators to suspend U.S. trade talks despite President Trump’s punishing tariffs.
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Carney Stands Up to Trump in U.S.-Canada Trade War
The New York Times – On the Runway:Canada’s prime minister walked away from what he thought was a bad trade deal with the United States. Many Canadians are behind him, but it will be costly.
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U.S. Economy Could Feel the Sting From Trade War With Canada
The New York Times – Business:A tit-for-tat trade fight between the two allies could create new headaches for consumers and businesses already stung by high prices.
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Trump Widens Beef Imports in Bid to Lower Prices
The New York Times – Business:Cattle ranchers have trimmed their herds in response to drought and low margins, helping push up the cost of another American staple food.
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Walmart Posts Slowest Sales Growth in Years as Americans Tighten Wallets
The New York Times – Business:Walmart and other big U.S. retailers have warned that consumers were being cautious, even if personal balance sheets seemed healthy.
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U.S. Debt Hits $40 Trillion as America’s Borrowing Binge Continues
The New York Times – Business:President Trump’s promises to restore fiscal order and reduce the amount of America’s debt burden have been hampered by spending on the Iran war, tax cuts and tariff refunds.
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Tariffs on Hold as Trump Claims Deal With Canada Is Near
The New York Times – Business:President Trump announced a three-day delay on imposing 50 percent tariffs in a social media post on Tuesday night, roughly 90 minutes before the midnight deadline.
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It’s Crunchtime Again for Canada to Avoid New U.S. Tariffs
The New York Times – Business:Canada is seeking a deal to dodge further economic pain at the hands of the Trump administration on midnight Tuesday. But at what cost?
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Canada Offers U.S. Concessions in Trade Talks but Demands a Comprehensive Deal
The New York Times – Business:Prime Minister Mark Carney is attempting to prevent 50 percent tariffs against many Canadian goods scheduled for this month.
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China’s Export Boom Rolls On Despite Trade Backlash
The New York Times – Business:China’s factories are finding eager buyers abroad even as weak consumer spending and a prolonged property slump weigh on growth at home.