According to Bloomberg, the EU and U.S. have reached a trade deal to avoid a tariff war. The EU agreed to a 15% tariff on most exports, including cars, and pledged to buy $750 billion in U.S. energy, invest $600 billion in the U.S., open its markets, and purchase American military equipment. Key details remain undisclosed, and some terms are still in dispute. https://t.co/KGtMjsGX1Y ...

🇺🇸 TRUMP: says there's a 50-50 chance of making a deal with the EU. https://t.co/Bm0dckNyYV ...

Lot to lot to look for there. Uh let's take President Trump in the Oval taking questions or getting ready to go to Scotland actually. Dollar fallen so much.And are you concerned about that. Well, you know, uh I'm a person that likes a strong dollar, but a weak dollar makes you a hell of a lot more money. Hate to tell you.I don't know if you study it, but I study it. And if you look at the yen, I went to Canada and work, so I know this. You understand.Absolutely. Oh, you did go to bed. I went to work yesterd ...

Trade in focus as every day after the United States and Japan reached a trade deal this week and then talks with China are scheduled for early next week. Joining us right now is Michelle Caruso Cabrera, MCC Global Enterprises CEO, also a CNBC contributor. She's with us live here at the NASDAQ. And Michelle, it's great to see you. Good to see you this morning, too. Okay, so people looked at this Japan deal and thought, "Wow, this is a template. Stocks in Japan took off. stocks in Europe took off because they ...

Trade deal on US tariffs within reach, says EU, as 1 August deadline nears https://t.co/7Z7ivv94Xh ...

The UK is still pressing for “full implementation” of its trade deal with the US, Keir Starmer said as he downplayed the prospect of a breakthrough on steel tariffs during Trump’s visit to Scotland https://t.co/ldcjIFx4Dr ...

Tariff Negotiations & Trade Agreements - The US administration aims for tariff-free exports to partner countries, focusing on reciprocal tariffs which have decreased from approximately 50% to 20% in recent agreements [2] - Agreements are facing obstacles in the "third bucket," involving transactions like Japan's $500 billion investment in the US and financing investments in Vietnam, potentially leading to higher tariffs if unresolved [2][3] - The US administration is using threats to increase negotiating leverage, which has been effective, but the EU and China are experiencing tensions during their summit, potentially impacting US-China negotiations [4][5] - The EU's concerns about trade with China are as strong as the US's, making agreements challenging due to the need for consensus among many countries [5][6] - The reciprocal tariffs have been reduced by about 50% in the last four frameworks [13] - Key countries to watch include the EU, Korea, and India, as they significantly impact the deficit, economy, and global economy [13] - A resolution is expected, but if one of the three key countries (EU, Korea, India) doesn't reach an agreement, reciprocal tariffs may be implemented, though likely not for long [14][15] Legal & Policy Considerations - Country-specific tariffs are being challenged in court, potentially impacting the president's trade policy, but the US is expected to find ways to exert its position on tariffs and trade [8][9][10] - Countries should assume the US president will have the legal leeway needed to move forward, as past challenges have been overcome through measures like invoking national security under Section 232 [10][11]

Group 1 - The recent trade breakthrough between the United States and Japan, reducing auto tariffs from 25% to 15%, is expected to boost global equities, particularly in the auto sector [1] - The Stoxx Europe Autos Index experienced a significant increase of 4.2% on July 23, 2025, with major Japanese automakers like Toyota, Honda, and Nissan seeing gains of 14%, 11%, and 8% respectively [2] - There is growing optimism for a potential trade agreement between the United States and the European Union, following the Japan deal, as markets anticipate similar tariff reductions [3][4] Group 2 - The Japan trade deal has raised expectations for a potential EU trade agreement, with analysts noting that Japan's tariff reduction sets a precedent for Europe [4] - Improved trade conditions are expected to enhance business confidence, with multinationals like SAP reporting delays in client decisions due to tariff pressures [5] - Lower tariffs and increased clarity in trade relations are anticipated to boost capital expenditure and cross-border investments, benefiting international industrial ETFs [6] Group 3 - U.S.-based ETFs, including SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust and Invesco QQQ Trust, are positioned to gain from improved margins and renewed demand as American companies engage in global trade [7] - Broad global ETFs such as iShares MSCI World ETF and SPDR MSCI ACWI ex-US ETF provide diversified exposure to rising optimism across various regions, including Japan and Europe [8]

Tell me, what do you think investors are really responding to here. I mean, Trade deal with Japan, a big trade partner, but is this also optimism about the EU and other trade deals. Sure.Look, it's the first top five trade deal we've gotten done here and for us, we're excited about it. It now kind of sets the bar with what we've seen with the Philippines and this probably 15 to 20% tariffs, right. We now kind of have our arms wrapped around what it might look like.There's hope the EU can get it done because ...

Time now for money, power, politics. And today, the White House announced new trade deals with Japan and the Philippines and a trade framework with Indonesia without too many details. Both Philippines and Indonesia will now be subject to 19% tariffs, while the president says Japan will face reciprocal tariffs of 15%.But not everyone is happy with those with that news. Reuters reports a group representing the Detroit 3 automakers called it a quote bad deal for US industry and US auto workers. Both GM and Sta ...