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U.K.-U.S. Trade Deal Slashes Tariffs, Boosts Jobs

7/1/2025

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The U.K.-U.S. trade deal, effective June 30, lowers tariffs on British cars from 17.5% to 10% and removes a 10% aerospace tariff.
It permits 100,000 vehicles to be imported at the reduced tariff, with excess subject to a 25% duty.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer highlighted the deal's significance for British jobs and industries.
The U.S. holds a trade surplus with the U.K., primarily in car exports.
This agreement follows U.S. reciprocal tariffs from President Trump, making the U.K. the first to secure a trade deal.

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Story summary

The U.K.-U.S. trade deal, effective June 30, lowers tariffs on British cars from 17.5% to 10% and removes a 10% aerospace tariff.
It permits 100,000 vehicles to be imported at the reduced tariff, with excess subject to a 25% duty.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer highlighted the deal's significance for British jobs and industries.
The U.S. holds a trade surplus with the U.K., primarily in car exports.
This agreement follows U.S. reciprocal tariffs from President Trump, making the U.K. the first to secure a trade deal.