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Trump's 30% Tariff Sparks Trade Tensions, Nasdaq Hits Record

7/15/2025

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U.S. President Trump has ignited trade tensions by imposing a 30% tariff on imports from the EU and Mexico, set to take effect on August 1. While markets initially faltered, investor confidence rebounded, pushing the Nasdaq to a record high, fueled by surging tech and crypto stocks amid a backdrop of optimism for the U.S. economy.

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U.S. President Trump has ignited trade tensions by imposing a 30% tariff on imports from the EU and Mexico, set to take effect on August 1. While markets initially faltered, investor confidence rebounded, pushing the Nasdaq to a record high, fueled by surging tech and crypto stocks amid a backdrop of optimism for the U.S. economy.