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A New York Federal Reserve study found that US businesses and consumers bear the brunt of tariff costs, contradicting President Trump's claims that foreign companies would absorb the levies.

China is allegedly exploiting the U.S.

Russia has dismissed concerns over potential US tariffs on oil exports to Cuba, indicating a neutral stance towards the Trump administration's threat.

US tariff revenue has seen a significant increase of over 300% in January, contributing to a smaller-than-expected deficit.

The total tariff bill in US states has reached $200 billion, with $134 billion paid in 2025, highlighting affordability concerns ahead of the midterm elections.

Indonesian leader Prabowo Subianto is set to sign a US tariff agreement and attend a meeting of the Board of Peace, indicating a positive development in Indonesia-US trade relations.

Ford is expected to see a significant increase in profit in 2026, despite facing challenges from tariffs in 2025, according to Cox Automotive's industry insights director.

South Africa's energy regulator has approved a tariff increase for Eskom, allowing the state-owned company to recover 54.7 billion rand ($3.4 billion) over three years, following a series of pricing errors and a failed private settlement attempt.

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Estée Lauder expects a $100 million tariff hit to its full-year profitability, leading to a significant stock price drop of over 20%.

Volvo Cars' fourth-quarter profit dropped 68% due to tariffs and weak demand, with the company warning of ongoing external challenges.