Tariff Negotiations - On July 9, President Trump announced a delay in "reciprocal" tariffs until August 1, with a commitment that this date "will not change" [2] - By August 1, the U.S. had reached trade agreements with most major trading countries, reducing uncertainty around tariff policies [2] - The new tariff rates are expected to be lower than previous proposals but will still range from 10% to 20% for various countries [16] Economic Impact - The Yale Budget Lab estimates that the tariffs could generate $2.3 trillion in revenue for the U.S. government over the next 10 years, assuming import shares remain unchanged [3] - The increase in tariffs may lead to a 1.8% rise in consumer prices in 2025 if the Federal Reserve does not respond with policy changes [17] - The tariffs are projected to decrease GDP growth by 0.5 percentage points in 2025 and 2026 due to increased consumer burden and retaliatory measures [17] Currency and Investment - Increased investment in the U.S. and procurement of American goods may support the dollar's exchange rate and facilitate the return of manufacturing [24] - The combination of trade surplus and capital inflow could lead to a temporary appreciation of the dollar [24] Inflation and Federal Reserve Response - The impact of tariffs on inflation is expected to become fully evident in July and August, with price adjustments typically occurring 1-3 months after tariff implementation [25] - Following recent comments from Fed Chair Powell, the probability of a rate cut in September has dropped below 50% [25] Risk Factors - There are significant geopolitical risks that could exceed expectations, potentially impacting trade agreements and economic stability [35]
海外政策周聚焦:关税谈判日期截止,特朗普关税政策后续路径如何演变?
Western Securities·2025-08-03 07:20