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 National Bank maintains interest rates, US GDP revised higher,Swiss franc slips

The SNB maintained rates at zero for a second straight meeting. The central bank said inflation was steady but was concerned about global growth and the impact of US tariffs on the Swiss economy. US third-estimate GDP climbed to 3.8%, up from 3.3% in the second estimate and higher than the consensus of 3.3%.

25-09-2025 17:50 GMT by Kenneth Fisher

Europe moves to diverge from Russian oil – WTI outlook

Europe’s reliance on Russian oil keeps shrinking, with Trump vowing stricter sanctions on buyers. NATO countries get tested in Eastern and Northern Europe are getting tested by Russia and WTI prices rise for a second straight session as supply risks mount. We look at key oil charts and levels driving the market.

24-09-2025 13:34 GMT by Elior Manier