April 10 2025
Trump further steps up trade war with record-high import tariffs of up to 104% on Chinese goods; China responds with retaliatory measures
Financial markets under pressure: global equities down, interest rates unexpectedly up sharply on inflation fears.
US economy sends mixed signals: strong job growth, but falling business confidence and delayed investment.
Gold makes strong comeback after brief correction, rising 3.5% on rising geopolitical and monetary risks.
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Rika Zaat
April 3 2025
Trump announces historic import tariffs - New tariffs of up to 54% on goods from China, Vietnam and Japan, among others, are causing market panic.
Stock markets fall, gold rises - Uncertainty increases as trade conflict escalates.
US economy shows strength, but signs of cooling - Consumer confidence drops to lowest point in years.
Inflation remains stubborn - Inflation remains above 3% in the Netherlands, while interest rate cuts in Europe are in doubt.
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March 27 2025
Stock markets rise despite trade war: Equity markets react surprisingly positively to reports that Trump wants to target his import tariffs more effectively
US consumer confidence falls: US consumers are increasingly worried about rising prices and economic prospects.
Cautious rapprochement in
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March 20 2025
- Federal Reserve keeps interest rates at 4.5% - chance of stagflation grows
- Gold price pops through $3,000 an ounce, safe haven in uncertain times
- Trade war escalates: import tariffs threaten to fuel inflation
- Germany eases debt brake, increases defence spending
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Rika Zaat
