Copper wire and cable maker Southwire is praising the Trump administration for adding import tariffs on aluminum and copper derivative products, saying it'll help American manufacturers https://t.co/idWsAghfKR ...

South Africa is trying to open up new markets in Asia and elsewhere for its farm produce that has been hit with punitive US import tariffs https://t.co/A0wbkx92af ...

Core Viewpoint - US gold futures reached a record high amid uncertainty regarding potential country-specific import tariffs on commonly traded gold bars, which could significantly impact global supply chains for gold [1][5]. Group 1: Market Reaction - December US gold futures increased by 1.2% to $3,494.10 per ounce after hitting a record of $3,534.10 earlier in the session [2][7]. - The spread between US gold futures and spot prices widened to $100, with spot gold dipping 0.1% to $3,394.26 per ounce but up 0.9% for the week [3]. Group 2: Implications of Tariffs - Analysts are awaiting further clarity on the potential US tariffs on gold deliveries, which could significantly affect Switzerland, the leading hub for gold refining and transit [4]. - The Swiss Precious Metals Association expressed concerns about the tariffs' implications for the gold industry and is in active discussions with stakeholders [6]. - Long-term effects of the new tariffs may benefit US refiners by transforming large 400-oz bars into retail units [6].

President Trump is about to slam Switzerland with 39% import tariffs, one of the steepest levies globally. That threatens to leave key exports from chocolate to watches reeling. That's higher than the 31 tariff rate Trump had threatened in April and Dash's hopes that Switzerland would secure a more favorable deal. Switzerland isn't part of the EU and won't benefit from the trade deal Trump struck with the block, which locked in a tariff rate of 15%.For Swiss Chakis, including Lint and watch makers like Swat ...

Kia will adjust its business operations in the US and cut incentives for retail customers, joining carmakers globally in trying to mitigate the fallout of Trump’s import tariffs https://t.co/ghVEh9XEu0 ...

Cleveland-Cliffs’ chief executive Lourenco Goncalves is calling on Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to implement punishing steel import tariffs to protect the nation’s industry https://t.co/ulaj6JRRLo ...

Market Entry - Tesla's Model Y quietly entered the Indian market [1] - Import tariffs contribute to a $70,000 price tag for Model Y in India [1]

Watches of Switzerland expects its profit margin to be hit by US import tariffs this year https://t.co/xmPaBvolVe ...

Group 1 - The impact of import tariffs on the economy and automakers is characterized by strain, slaughter, and opportunity [1] Group 2 - The focus is on long-term growth and dividend growth investing, emphasizing the importance of profitability over low valuation [2] - Key metrics for evaluation include margins, free cash flow stability and growth, and returns on invested capital [2] - Research is conducted within areas of competence, with a preference for high-quality companies that warrant further investigation [2]