Trump's tariff overhaul targets countries with trade surpluses like China, Mexico, Vietnam, and the EU, potentially raising rates on thousands of products within weeks. The plan includes non-tariff barriers like regulations, subsidies, and exchange rates, making it broader than traditional tariff adjustments and affecting Brazil's ethanol exports.
Folha de S.Paulo
· Feb 14, 2025
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Trump Orders Sweeping Tariff Recalculation Targeting Major Trading Partners
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Geopolitical Impact
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Trump's reciprocal tariff recalculation across 17,000+ product codes threatens major trading partners including Brazil, EU, and 186 nations, risking global trade escalation and retaliatory measures by April 1st deadline.
Escalation Risk
critical
Confidence
HIGH
European Union
Brazil
China
Canada
Mexico
Japan
India
ASEAN nations
US reasserting unilateral trade leverage through tariff weaponization, potentially fragmenting WTO-based multilateral order. Brazil and EU face pressure on agricultural/automotive exports. Developing nations with MFN status face uncertainty. China likely to retaliate, triggering tit-for-tat escalation. Weakens US alliance cohesion, particularly with EU and USMCA partners.
Echoes Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act (1930) which triggered global protectionism and deepened Great Depression, though modern interconnected supply chains amplify economic contagion risks.
Economic Lens
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Trump's sweeping tariff recalculation across 17,000+ product codes for 186 countries signals protectionist trade policy shift, likely to increase costs for importers and consumers while triggering retaliatory measures from major trading partners.
Market Signal
bearish
Confidence
HIGH
Automotive
Agriculture & Biofuels
Manufacturing
Retail & Consumer Goods
Energy
Technology
Chemical & Pharmaceuticals
Consumers will likely face higher prices on imported goods including vehicles, electronics, and food products. Tariff increases on Brazilian ethanol and EU vehicles will raise costs for American consumers. Retaliatory tariffs from trading partners may increase prices on US exports, further pressuring household budgets.
Expect rapid trade negotiations with 186 countries, potential WTO disputes, and possible retaliatory tariffs. Congress may face pressure to approve/block measures. International trade agreements could be renegotiated. Central banks may adjust monetary policy in response to inflation pressures. Brazil and EU likely to pursue bilateral negotiations or multilateral dispute resolution.