Market reactions emerge following Trump's tariff decision

April 14, 2025, 8:22 am

Recent tariff policy actions by President Trump have led to notable shifts in global market sentiment. One report highlights a rally in world markets following a decision to exempt electronics from certain tariffs, while another notes that the White House has defended the overall strategy amid market turbulence. The contrasting perspectives showcase the complex interplay between executive trade measures and international economic responses.


globalnews.ca / Trump’s tariff pause on electronics boosts Canada, U.S. market gains

U.S. President Donald Trump has temporarily exempted electronics like smartphones and computers from some tariffs, which could lead to higher prices on Chinese imports.

globalnews.ca / History can help us try to understand Donald Trump’s tariffs, professor says

While the 1930 Smoot Hawley Tariff act was mentioned as a beacon of hope for Americans by Donald Trump, history show's the law's history has become misconstrued over time

globalnews.ca / Planning a spring home project? Why you should factor in Trump tariffs

The U.S. and Canadian construction industries are highly interlinked and experts warn that a trade war could make home renovations costlier.

torontosun.com / Stocks rise worldwide after Trump eases some of his tariffs on electronics, for now

NEW YORK — Stocks are rallying worldwide Monday after President Donald Trump relaxed some of his tariffs, for now at least, and as stress from within the U.S. bond market seems to be relaxing. The S&P 500 was 1.3% higher in midday trading. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 399 points,...

nationalpost.com / White House defends Trump’s tariff moves that rattled markets

Meanwhile, Trump's doctor says he is 'fully fit' to serve as commander in chief as the White House released results of his recent physical exam

ledevoir.com / Les Bourses soufflent un peu, mais le dollar poursuit sa chute

Les investisseurs devraient rester fébriles, Washington ayant insisté sur le caractère «temporaire» des exemptions.

winnipegfreepress.com / The Latest: White House defends Trump’s tariff moves that rattled markets

globalnews.ca / World markets rally after Trump gives tariff exemption to electronics

U.S. President Donald Trump said electronics such as computer chips, smart phones and laptops won’t face the same U.S. import duties as some other products.


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