Trump's global 15% tariff rate to start this week, Bessent says: CNBC

4 Mar, 12:55 — 4 Mar, 14:28

Why this matters

A 15% global tariff rate would represent a significant shift in U.S. trade policy, potentially impacting international trade relations, global supply chains, and consumer prices. Such a move could provoke retaliatory tariffs from other countries.

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Bessent stated that a 15% global tariff rate is likely to start this week
The proposed tariff rate is associated with Donald Trump

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Trump's global 15% tariff rate is expected to start this week

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bloombergHigh42d ago

Bessent Says Trump’s Tariff Hike to 15% Likely This Week - Bloomberg

Bessent Says Trump’s Tariff Hike to 15% Likely This Week Bloomberg

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