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Tariff Changes - On July 7, Trump announced an increase in tariffs for 14 countries, effective August 1, with rates close to the reciprocal tariffs from April[2] - As of May, the average tariff rate in the U.S. was 7.4%, with specific rates of 38.6% on China, 9.3% on Japan, and 6.2% on the UK[3] - If all tariffs take effect on August 1, the simple average tariff rate for the 14 countries will rise to 29%, only 4 percentage points lower than the initial reciprocal tariff rate of 33%[5] Trade Negotiations - U.S.-Japan trade talks are at an impasse, particularly over auto tariffs, with Japan seeking to eliminate a 25% tariff[4] - The EU has proposed a retaliatory tariff plan of €210 billion if no agreement is reached by July 14, while the U.S. insists on a 25% auto tariff[4] - The U.S. and Mexico are nearing an agreement to eliminate steel and aluminum tariffs, with negotiations ongoing[4] Economic Implications - The U.S. aims to achieve three goals through tariffs: industrial protection, reducing trade deficits, and leveraging diplomacy, which may create internal conflicts[4] - The trade deficit remains a key consideration for tariff levels, with around 100 countries facing a 10% tariff, accounting for about 5% of the U.S. trade deficit[5] - The U.S. economy shows signs of slowing, with unemployment potentially rising to 4.4-4.6%, necessitating close monitoring of tariff impacts[5] Risks - Potential escalation of geopolitical conflicts could disrupt global economic stability and inflation control efforts[7] - There is a risk of the U.S. economy slowing more than expected, particularly in employment and consumer spending[7] - The Federal Reserve may adopt a more hawkish stance if inflation remains resilient, affecting future interest rate decisions[7]