15%“关税铁幕”落下 接下来将上演央行降息“多米诺”与全球“需求寒潮”?

Core Points - The new tariffs announced by President Trump have led to an average tariff rate of 15%, the highest since the 1930s, significantly impacting global trade dynamics [1][10] - Despite initial concerns, the global economy has performed better than expected following the tariff announcements, with some Asian economies experiencing GDP growth [1][2] - The uncertainty surrounding the tariffs remains high, with potential changes to tariffs on key products and ongoing legal reviews of the tariff policies [5][11] Tariff Details - The revised tariffs include a minimum rate of 10% and higher rates of 15% for countries with trade surpluses with the U.S. [1][7] - Notable increases include a punitive 39% tariff on Swiss imports and a 35% tariff on certain Canadian goods [5][10] - The average U.S. tariff rate is projected to rise from 13.3% to 15.2% by August 1, compared to just 2.3% before Trump's re-election [7][10] Economic Impact - Bloomberg Economics estimates that the average tariff rate has increased by 12.8 percentage points since Trump took office, potentially leading to a 1.8% decline in U.S. GDP over the next two to three years [10][13] - The tariffs are expected to raise costs for U.S. businesses and consumers, leading to reduced purchasing power [7][13] - The tariffs may also create downward risks for exporters reliant on U.S. demand, particularly affecting countries like Switzerland facing high tariffs [10][11] Market Reactions - Following the announcement of the new tariffs, Asian stock markets fell by 0.7%, and the European Stoxx 600 index dropped over 1% [5][10] - The market's initial reaction was less severe compared to the volatility seen during the April tariff announcements [5][10] Future Considerations - The Federal Reserve faces a complex situation as the new tariffs may lead to inflationary pressures, complicating monetary policy decisions [14][15] - There is a possibility of further tariff adjustments and negotiations, particularly concerning China, as the U.S. seeks to maintain a balance in trade relations [10][15]