joining us now. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hasset. Great to have you on uh Kevin.Uh hadn't been that long, but I I see you a lot uh around and I always wish it was with us, but we understand we we understand you've got a lot to say. I'll tell you the thing I'd like to start with. We we get so excited about pending deals when we when we keep hearing by you know la last time it was I think by Wednesday we were going to have two or three big deals and they they don't come wouldn't it be better to ...

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this really stands. Where are we. We are right in the thick of it, Andrew.Good morning, guys. So, two new warning shots fired to those two trading partners this weekend. The president vowing to impose 30% tariffs on all of their exports to the US as soon as August 1st.Now, we did hear Mexico's President Claudia Shinbound and the head of the European Commission, that's Ursula Vanderlayan, both vowed to continue negotiations with the US in the hopes of reaching a deal by early August. But Vanderland also warn ...

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Trade Relations - Thailand's Finance Ministry is considering zero tariffs on more US imports [1] - Thailand proposed to the US to reduce its trade surplus by 70% in the next 5 years [1] - Thailand aims to achieve trade balance with the US in 7-8 years [1] Tariffs and Trade Balance - The proposal aims to counter the 36% tariffs imposed by the US [1]

Group 1 - The term "Tariff" has become significant in the context of President Trump's trade war, particularly affecting the automotive industry [1] - Ford, despite being a well-known American brand, faces challenges due to the uncertain macroeconomic environment influenced by trade policies [1] Group 2 - The article emphasizes the importance of understanding macro drivers that impact various asset classes, including stocks and commodities [1]

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Trade Policy - US President Donald Trump announced a potential 30% tariff on goods from the European Union and Mexico, starting August 1 [1]