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Trumpâs 15% Global Tariff Shock: Inflation Spike or Market Reset?
Global markets just absorbed a fresh macro jolt.
After the Supreme Court blocked previous emergency tariffs, President Trump announced a new 15% global tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. The measure lasts 150 days and applies broadly to imports, excluding USMCA-covered goods.
Hereâs why this matters:
A 15% tariff increases costs for U.S. importers â and historically, over 90% of those costs are passed to consumers and businesses. That means inflation pressure could rise again just as markets were pricing in potential rate cuts.
Supply chains may tighten. Corporate margins could shrink. Export-heavy industries and multinationals may face higher volatility. And if retaliation begins, we could see broader trade friction that weighs on equities and bonds alike.
The Federal Reserve now faces a tougher path. Tariff-driven inflation complicates the timeline for interest rate reductions. Higher-for-longer rates + rising trade costs = potential growth slowdown.
Meanwhile, hundreds of companies are challenging prior tariffs in court, seeking billions in refunds â adding another layer of uncertainty.
Markets dislike uncertainty more than bad news.
Expect: âą Higher volatility
âą Sector rotation
âą Pressure on consumer-sensitive stocks
âą Increased safe-haven interest
Are we heading toward a temporary inflation spike â or the early stages of a broader trade war cycle?
Whatâs your move in this environment: reducing risk, rotating sectors, or waiting for clarity?
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