Group 1: Tariff on Trucks - The U.S. government will impose a 25% tariff on imported medium and heavy trucks and parts starting November 1, 2023, with an additional 10% tariff on imported passenger vehicles [1] - The U.S. imported nearly 245,000 medium and heavy trucks last year, with a trade value exceeding $20 billion [1] - The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has opposed the new tariffs, stating that the top five sources of heavy truck imports are allied countries that do not pose a threat to U.S. national security [1] Group 2: Economic Activity Report - The Federal Reserve's recent economic survey indicates that economic activity has shown little overall change, with some regions reporting slight to moderate growth while others noted stagnation or slight decline [2] - Consumer spending, particularly on retail goods, has seen a slight decrease, and demand for leisure and hotel services from international travelers has further declined [2] - Manufacturing activity is challenged by increased tariffs and weak overall demand, with agricultural, energy, and transportation sectors generally experiencing declines [2]
关税突发!美国总统签署行政令 11月1日起征收!
Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2025-10-17 23:38