Attention Economy


Tuesday, January 21, 2025

A Rise in Economic Uncertainty

‘So Much Uncertainty’: Businesses Worry About Trump’s Many Tariff Plans
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/19/business/economy/trump-tariffs-businesses.html
The incoming president has floated numerous tariff plans. Retailers say their livelihood could depend on which ultimately come to fruition.
 
Trump Promises Tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and Paves Way for Further Trade Action
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/us/politics/trump-tariffs-executive-order.html
The president said he planned to put tariffs on America’s neighbors on Feb. 1, as he signed an executive order mandating a sweeping review of U.S. trade policy. 

Trump paves the way for higher interest rates after just one day in office
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2025/01/21/trump-paves-way-higher-interest-rates-just-one-day/
New president’s flagship promises are about to start having real-world consequences for the US economy.