特朗普赚大了，对20个国家加征关税！美联储提前上演下任主席之争

Group 1 - Trump's announcement on July 7 to impose high tariffs on 14 countries, including Japan and South Korea, with rates ranging from 25% to 40% [1][4] - On July 9, Trump extended tariffs to an additional 6 countries, totaling 20 nations affected by the new measures [2][4] - The tariffs will not take effect immediately but are set to begin on August 1, allowing countries time to negotiate [4][6] Group 2 - Business leaders in Los Angeles expressed strong concerns about the tariffs, highlighting the negative impact on trade, budgeting, and investment expansion [4][6] - The closure of a century-old restaurant in California exemplifies the adverse effects of the tariffs on American businesses [6] - The tariffs have led to significant market reactions, indicating a backlash against protectionist policies [6][9] Group 3 - Notably, India, Canada, and EU countries were excluded from the tariff list, as they had previously taken countermeasures against the U.S. [6][9] - The EU plans to initiate countermeasures on July 14, emphasizing the need to rebuild partnerships and respect multilateral trade systems [6][9] - The strong stance of the Trump administration has complicated negotiations with countries like Japan, which remains firm on protecting its agricultural interests [8][9] Group 4 - Trump's proposal to impose a 50% tariff on copper raises concerns about the impact on U.S. industries reliant on copper for electronics and infrastructure [11][13] - The U.S. currently meets only 50% of its copper demand domestically, indicating a significant supply gap that could lead to increased prices and costs for consumers [13] - The potential for rising copper prices could affect various sectors, including infrastructure investment and employment [13] Group 5 - The ongoing discussions regarding the appointment of a "shadow Federal Reserve chairman" have raised concerns about the independence of the Federal Reserve and its implications for the dollar and bond markets [13][14] - Two prominent Republican candidates for the position are Kevin Hassett and Kevin Walsh, both of whom have close ties to the Trump administration [14][16] - The actions of the Trump administration, from tariffs to potential changes in Federal Reserve leadership, are expected to have profound impacts on the market [16]