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Trump's Tariff Announcement Sparks Inflation and Growth Fears

3/31/2025

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President Trump will announce new tariffs on April 2, potentially raising rates by 15-20% on imports.
Goldman Sachs forecasts inflation at 3.5% by 2025, unemployment at 4.5%, and stagnant growth at 0.2% in Q1.
Economic slowdown concerns rise as March job growth slows to 138,000 and consumer confidence drops.
Trump claims tariffs will enhance U.S. manufacturing, despite possible price increases for consumers.

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Story summary

President Trump will announce new tariffs on April 2, potentially raising rates by 15-20% on imports.
Goldman Sachs forecasts inflation at 3.5% by 2025, unemployment at 4.5%, and stagnant growth at 0.2% in Q1.
Economic slowdown concerns rise as March job growth slows to 138,000 and consumer confidence drops.
Trump claims tariffs will enhance U.S. manufacturing, despite possible price increases for consumers.