Trump targets Brazil with a 50% tariff
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Cryptopolitan on MSNBrazil downplays economic risk amid market jitters and US tensionsDespite the tariff threat, Brazil’s Finance Ministry projected limited economic impact, maintaining its 2.5% GDP growth forecast for 2025. Officials said only specific sectors, like aerospace and energy machinery—heavily reliant on US buyers—might suffer.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva threatens retaliatory tariffs against the US if President Trump imposes increased import taxes due to Bolsonaro's trial. Lula aims for negotiation but warns of reciprocal measures.
Gold futures rose for the third straight session following President Trump's threats to impose steep tariffs on trade partners, while silver continued its climb to the highest since 2011.
Brazil faces persistent inflation and rising market volatility amid U.S. tariff threats, posing serious risks to economic stability.
Brazil is urgently responding to U.S. President Trump's new 50% tariffs on Brazilian exports. President Lula convened a cabinet meeting to address the issue, while emphasizing diplomatic solutions. Economic and political tensions are heightened as market impacts are already visible in certain sectors,