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A Look at the 14 Countries That Received Trade Letters

Here's a look at the 14 countries that received letters from President Donald Trump outlining higher tariffs theyll face if they dont make trade deals with the U.S. by Aug. 1.

July 8, 2025
GovernmentBusinessFuel

OPEC+ to Boost Oil Production by 548,000 Barrels a Day

Eight members of the OPEC+ alliance of oil exporting countries say they will boost production by 548,000 barrels per day in August in a move that could further reduce gas prices this year.

July 7, 2025
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentSafety

Nissan Recalls 480,000 Vehicles Due to Engine Failure Risk

Nissan is recalling more than 480,000 of its vehicles across the U.S. and Canada due to potential manufacturing defects that could cause engine failure.

July 3, 2025
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafetyAutonomous

Musk Moves Teslas Robotaxi Launch Tentatively to June 22

Elon Musk says Tesla is tentatively set to begin providing robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, on June 22.

June 11, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

Trump: US Gets Rare Earth Minerals From China in 'Done' Deal

President Donald Trump announced June 11 that the United States will get magnets and rare earth minerals from China under a new trade deal and that tariffs on Chinese goods will go to 55%.

June 11, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

Trade Talks With China Start Today

High-level delegations from the United States and China are meeting in London on June 9 to try to shore up a fragile truce ina trade disputethat has roiled the global economy.

June 9, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

US and EU Trade Negotiators Discuss Tariffs in Paris

Europe and the United States are meeting in Paris to negotiate a settlement of a tense tariff spat with global economic ramifications between two global economic powerhouses.

June 4, 2025
GovernmentBusiness

Trump Tells US Steelworkers Hes Going to Double Tariffs

President Donald Trump told Pennsylvania steelworkers hes doubling the tariff on imported steel and aluminum to 50% to protect their industry.

May 31, 2025
BusinessEquipment

Volvo Cars to Cut 3,000 Jobs to Reduce Cost

Sweden-based Volvo Cars is eliminating 3,000 positions as part of a cost-cutting program as the auto industry faces challenges from trade tensions and resulting economic uncertainty.

May 27, 2025
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Ford Recalls 274,000 Navigator, Expedition SUVs

Ford is recalling nearly 274,000 of its Expedition and Lincoln-branded Navigator SUVs due to an issue that may cause a loss of brake function while driving, increasing crash risks.

May 15, 2025