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US tariff tussles stuff of nightmares for Bordeaux winemakers
US tariff tussles stuff of nightmares for Bordeaux winemakers
Economy
by  AFP

French wine producers, already reeling from a downturn in their market, still do not know how bitter a taste the US tariffs on wine will leave on their palates. Sunday's announcement of a trade deal between the United States and the European Union did not clear up what tariffs European wine and spirits producers will face in the United States.

What is the status of US tariff negotiations?
What is the status of US tariff negotiations?
Economy
by  AFP

US tariff negotiations with key trading partners have shifted into high gear as economies race to avoid steeper duties before an August 1 deadline. The twice-postponed deadline for duties to take effect is now Friday, August 1.

State of play in Trump's tariffs, threats and delays
State of play in Trump's tariffs, threats and delays
Economy
by  AFP

Dozens of economies including India, Canada and Mexico face threats of higher tariffs Friday if they fail to strike deals with Washington. - Global tariffs - US "reciprocal" tariffs -- imposed under legally contentious emergency powers -- are due to jump from 10 percent to various steeper levels for a list of dozens of economies come August 1, including South Korea, India and Taiwan.