Group 1 - The new tax measure on cross-border remittances in the U.S. will take effect on January 1, 2026, requiring a 1% tax on qualifying remittance transactions processed by service providers [1] - The tax applies to remittances funded by cash or similar payment instruments, while transactions funded through U.S. bank accounts or debit/credit cards are generally exempt [1] - This tax is part of the "Big and Beautiful" tax and spending bill promoted by the Trump administration, affecting overseas remitters including U.S. citizens and residents [1] Group 2 - The U.S. government has postponed the planned increase in tariffs on imported soft furniture, kitchen cabinets, and bathroom cabinets, originally set to rise on January 1, 2026, due to ongoing inflation [2] - The current tariff rate on these products is 25%, with the proposed increase to 50% for kitchen and bathroom cabinets and 30% for soft furniture now delayed until January 1, 2027 [2] - Industry associations have indicated that increased tariffs would place additional pressure on U.S. consumers, homebuyers, and builders, who are already facing challenges in the economic growth sector [2] Group 3 - The U.S. Department of Commerce has reduced the proposed tariff rates for 13 Italian pasta exporters, with rates adjusted significantly from a potential maximum of 92% [2][3] - The new proposed rates include 13.89% for Garofalo, 2.26% for La Molisana, and a uniform rate of 9.09% for the remaining 11 companies [2] - The final decision on these tariffs is expected to be announced on March 12, following a period of public comment [2]
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Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2026-01-01 23:52