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US Tariffs Trigger $1.2 Trillion Trade Retaliation

3/30/2025

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The US has implemented new tariffs on China, Canada, and the EU, leading to retaliatory tariffs on $1.2 trillion in trade.
A study found that China's WTO entry resulted in a net loss of 628,000 US jobs.
High-paying firms experienced the most job losses, while low-paying firms created new positions.
Multinational companies were responsible for 70% of job changes, underscoring their influence on trade impacts.

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Story summary

The US has implemented new tariffs on China, Canada, and the EU, leading to retaliatory tariffs on $1.2 trillion in trade.
A study found that China's WTO entry resulted in a net loss of 628,000 US jobs.
High-paying firms experienced the most job losses, while low-paying firms created new positions.
Multinational companies were responsible for 70% of job changes, underscoring their influence on trade impacts.