Trump Delays Tariff Hikes on Furniture and Cabinets
President Trump postpones planned 30% and 50% tariffs on imported furniture and cabinets for a year, citing ongoing trade talks. Read the full details and implications.
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US Dollar's 10% Slide: What It Means for UK Consumers & Trade
The US dollar has tumbled 10% this year, its biggest fall since 2017. Discover how this impacts UK import prices, tourism, and transatlantic trade dynamics.
China imposes 55% tariff on Australian beef imports
Beijing introduces a 55% tariff on Australian beef exceeding quotas, sparking anger from producers and threatening a major trade relationship. Learn the full impact.
China imposes 55% tariff on Australian beef imports
Beijing introduces steep 55% tariffs on Australian beef exceeding quotas, a move labelled 'extremely disappointing' by industry leaders. Explore the impact on trade and global markets.
Bank warns furniture prices to rise sharply due to tariffs
Wells Fargo warns UK shoppers to buy furniture now before import tariffs cause 'noticeable' price hikes in 2026. Retailers may soon pass on higher costs.
Mother spared jail over £285k cannabis smuggling
A young mother avoided prison after smuggling cannabis from Thailand, claiming traffickers threatened to murder her child. Read the full court details and the surge in UK drug mule arrests.
Brokers on Frontline of Trump's 2025 Trade War Chaos
US customs brokers face unprecedented chaos as they race to interpret President Trump's rapid-fire 2025 tariffs. Discover how trade experts are coping. Read the full analysis.
US Christmas Tree Tariffs Push Prices Up 15%
New US tariffs have increased artificial Christmas tree prices by 10-15%. Despite this, large-scale production remains in Asia due to cost and labour, with 80% of Americans opting for fake trees.
US Private Jobs Fall 32,000 in November
US private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000 in November, the largest drop since March 2023. Economists caution against overreacting to the ADP data. Read the full analysis.
Costco Sues Trump Over Emergency Tariff Powers
US wholesale giant Costco files lawsuit against Trump administration, alleging misuse of emergency powers to impose tariffs. The retailer warns importers may lose refunds even if duties are unlawful.
Swine Fever Outbreak in Spain Blamed on Sandwich
Spain's military is deployed after an African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, potentially caused by a contaminated sausage sandwich. Key exports to the UK and China are halted.
Costco Sues Trump to Recoup Billions in Tariff Payments
Retail giant Costco files a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking a full refund of billions paid in tariffs if the Supreme Court deems them unlawful. Explore the legal battle and its impact on prices.
Retailers Urge Faster End to Import Tax Break
British retailers demand immediate end to £150 import tax break, calling current system unfair to UK businesses. Government urged to act before April 2026 deadline.
UK closes £135 import duty loophole for parcels
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the end of the £135 import duty exemption for small overseas parcels, a move set to level the playing field for UK high street retailers. Discover the impact on prices and competition.
UK ends £135 import duty exemption for parcels
Chancellor Rachel Reeves closes the import duty loophole for small parcels under £135, aiming to level the playing field for UK high street retailers. Discover the impact on prices and competition.
US lifts tariffs on Brazilian coffee and beef
Brazil hails 'significant progress' as US removes tariffs on key agribusiness products like coffee and beef. Discover the impact on trade and future negotiations.
UK's 'pitiful' mackerel fishing stance condemned
The UK faces criticism for opposing a 77% mackerel catch cut advised by scientists, prioritising short-term profits over the stock's survival. Urgent action is needed to save this vital fishery.
US 107% pasta tariff threatens Italian exports
The US Commerce Department proposes a 107% levy on Italian pasta, risking price hikes and market access. Discover the impact on producers and global trade dynamics.
US cuts Swiss tariffs to 15% in new trade pact
The Trump administration agrees to cut US tariffs on Swiss goods from 39% to 15%, aligning them with EU rates. In return, Switzerland grants new quotas for US beef and poultry.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's tariff revival bid
In a significant legal setback for Donald Trump, the US Supreme Court has rejected the former president's bid to revive controversial tariff policies, marking a pivotal moment for American trade relations.
Trump Tariffs May Double UK Pasta Prices
Former President Donald Trump's proposed blanket tariffs could cause pasta prices to skyrocket in Britain, with experts warning of severe impact on household budgets and inflation.
Trump tariffs force Carter's layoffs and store closures
The iconic children's clothing manufacturer Carter's faces devastating layoffs and store closures as Trump-era China tariffs continue to cripple American businesses years after implementation.
Trump tariff plan echoes Reagan's 1987 Canada trade war
Donald Trump's proposed blanket 10% tariff on imports mirrors Ronald Reagan's controversial 1987 lumber dispute with Canada, raising fears of renewed transatlantic trade tensions and economic fallout.
US Tariffs to Increase Costs for UK Consumers
British households and businesses face rising costs as US tariff hikes threaten to increase prices on everyday goods from electronics to household essentials, with companies warning they'll have to pass expenses to consumers.
Welsh Parliament expands to 96 members in historic deal
Labour and Plaid Cymru reach groundbreaking agreement to increase Senedd members from 60 to 96, implementing gender quotas and reforming electoral system in historic Welsh political reform.
Government slashes London affordable housing quotas
Ministers confirm controversial plans to reduce affordable housing requirements for new developments in London, sparking warnings of worsening the capital's housing crisis and pushing out key workers.
Trump Tariffs Target Mattel: Barbie Price Hike Fear
Former President Donald Trump's proposed 10% universal tariff could significantly increase costs for toy giant Mattel, potentially making Barbie dolls and other popular toys more expensive for UK consumers.
Trump warns of Argentina beef price 'disaster'
Ex-President Donald Trump issues stark warning about Argentina's potential beef price surge under Javier Milei's administration, drawing from his own trade policy experiences.
Trump Tariffs Threaten UK Consumer Price Surge
Exclusive analysis reveals how Donald Trump's proposed 10% universal tariff could trigger price surges on everything from cars to electronics for UK consumers, as economists warn of global economic fallout.
Trump threatens new China tariffs in explosive interview
Former President Donald Trump declares he would impose massive new tariffs on Chinese imports if re-elected, signalling a dramatic escalation in trade tensions that could reshape global markets.
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