Trump tariff proposal shakes markets and industry outlook

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 3:20 am

In reaction to President Trump’s latest tariff proposal, market signals are all over the place. A US Treasury chief sees a boost in domestic investment while notable industry players aren’t so optimistic—major studios see their stocks dip and Ford warns of a staggering $1.5 billion hit. The varied responses underscore the unpredictable ripple effects of trade policy changes.

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zerohedge.com / New Delta Airbus Jet Makes Creative Detour To Avoid US Tariffs

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wsj.com / Apple Won’t Be Able to Avoid Price Hikes for Long

The iPhone maker is absorbing $900 million in tariff costs this quarter, but the hit to profit margins could still get worse.

techinasia.com / US Treasury Chief says Trump’s tariff will boost investment

Bessent said that the economic agenda aims to encourage companies to invest in the US by building factories.

techinasia.com / Major studios’ stocks drop after Trump’s tariff proposal

Stocks for Netflix, Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount, and Comcast-owned Universal saw early declines.

cnbc.com / Temu and Shein face massive tariffs. But don't count them out of the U.S. e-tail scene, experts say

Despite Temu and Shein facing Trump's high China tariffs, e-commerce experts say they are still capable of competing with rivals in the U.S.

reuters.com/business / Ford pulls guidance, warns it will take $1.5 billion hit from Trump's tariffs - Reuters

Ford pulls guidance, warns it will take $1.5 billion hit from Trump's tariffs Reuters

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