特朗普，下调关税

Core Points - The U.S. government has signed an order to lower tariffs on various food items, including beef, tomatoes, coffee, and bananas, in response to voter pressure to reduce grocery costs [1][2] - The tariff reductions will take effect retroactively from November 13, 12:01 AM New York time, and apply to products that the domestic supply cannot meet [1] - This decision reflects a shift in focus towards affordability measures amid rising concerns about the economy under the current administration [1][2] Tariff Adjustments - The tariff exemptions include hundreds of food items such as coconuts, nuts, avocados, and pineapples [1] - The adjustments are part of a broader strategy to provide tariff relief for key goods and industries, as stated by U.S. Trade Representative Jamison Greer [2] - The recent tariff changes only affect the 10% retaliatory tariff on Brazilian products, while an additional 40% tariff remains in place, continuing to impact coffee and beef prices [3] Market Impact - Coffee prices have surged, with U.S. imports of coffee beans from Brazil dropping over 50% from August to October due to previous tariffs [3] - The agricultural trade deficit has widened, with imports of tropical products expected to reach $39.4 billion this year, accounting for 18% of total agricultural imports [4] - Coffee alone represents about one-third of the value of these imports, indicating significant reliance on foreign sources for products not widely grown domestically [4]