#TradeWar

The Art of the Trade War

#TradeWar

The Art of the Trade War

Trade wars are like awkward family feuds, but instead of yelling at Thanksgiving dinner, politicians slap each other with tariffs like they're in a passive-aggressive game of economic dodgeball. One country raises steel tariffs, another retaliates with a cheese embargo, and suddenly world leaders are arguing over dairy like it's a geopolitical episode of MasterChef. Meanwhile, politicians give dramatic speeches about "protecting national interests," which loosely translates to, "We have no idea what we’re doing, but it sounds patriotic." In the end, nobody wins—except maybe smugglers and black market avocado dealers.

JCB Doubles Down in US Amid Trump Tariffs

JCB, a major British manufacturer, has announced plans to double the size of its Texas factory and increase production in response to President Trump's tariffs. The move will create jobs for 1,500 people and expand the factory from 500,000 square feet to one million square feet. This decision comes as Labour tries to keep the UK economy growing amid fears of job losses due to the tariffs.

PELOSI'S FORTUNE TAKES A HIT: Trump's Tariffs Cost Her $7 Million in Just Three Days

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s net worth has fallen by approximately $7 million due to Donald Trump’s tariff announcement. Pelosi, who consistently ranked as one of the wealthiest lawmakers on Capitol Hill, had doubled her net worth over the past decade from $123 million in 2014 to an estimated $270 million earlier this year.

Nintendo Pauses Switch 2 Preorders Amid Trump Tariffs

Nintendo has paused the preorder of its Switch 2 console in the US due to President Trump’s tariffs, originally set to start on April 9, 2025. The company is assessing the potential impact and evolving market conditions before updating the timing. The launch date remains unchanged at June 5, 2025, with the system priced at $449.99; however, Nintendo will have to absorb previously unknown costs to maintain this price.

US Recession Looms: JPMorgan Warns of 60% Chance Amid Trump's Tariff Turmoil

According to JPMorgan analysts, there is a 60% likelihood of a recession in the US, up from their previous prediction of 40%. The bank attributes this risk to tariff policies implemented by President Trump, which they believe will disrupt global trade and lead to rising prices for American consumers. This could result in months of decreased investment, job losses, and continued inflation.

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