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U.S. Raises Global Import Tariffs to 15% or More Amid Legal and Political Tensions

This event highlights the use of trade policy as a tool for economic and political leverage.
February 25, 2026 by
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13.31

Heat Index
  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    Global
  • Last Update
    2026-02-25
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (3)
U.S. Domestic Steel Industry
Gold
U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS Index)
Negative Impacts (7)
U.S. Consumer Discretionary Sector
Global Automobile Sector
Semiconductor Sector
Global Container Shipping Industry
Soybeans
Copper
Total impacts: 10 | Positive: 3 | Negative: 7
Event Overview

This event highlights the use of trade policy as a tool for economic and political leverage. The adjustment in tariffs reflects ongoing legal battles and executive power dynamics, with potential implications for international trade relations and global economic stability.

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U.S. Increases Global Import Tariff to 15% or Higher
2026-02-25 21:55

The U.S. Trade Representative, Jamison Greer, announced that the 'global import tariff' imposed by the U.S. on certain countries will be increased from 10% to 15% or higher, without providing specific details. This announcement follows a Supreme Court ruling that the large-scale tariffs implemented by the Trump administration under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act lacked legal authorization. Subsequently, Trump, invoking Section 122 of the 1974 Trade Act, declared a 10% 'global import tariff' for 150 days. Afterward, Trump stated on social media that he would further raise the rate to 15%.

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