Trade Wars 2.0 - news and analysis

The second presidency of Donald Trump initiated escalation of tariffs that triggered significant financial movements. These actions may to increased costs for businesses and consumers, disrupted supply chains, and created market uncertainty. Retaliatory tariffs from affected nations can further strain global trade, impacting economic growth and prompting concerns about long-term financial stability.

Swiss CPI stays at four-year low, Swiss franc soars after Trump tariffs hit Switzerland

US President Trump delivered a bombshell on Wednesday, announcing wide-ranging tariffs. Trump announced 10% tariffs on all imports to the US as well as reciprocal tariffs on a host of countries. The US dollar fell sharply against the major currencies and the Swiss franc soared by 2.5%. Swiss inflation was lower than expected and US ISM Services declined to 50.8, down from 53.5.

03-04-2025 06:10 GMT by Kenneth Fisher