Court Blocks Trump’s Tariffs, Markets React Amid Economic Contraction

30/05/2025 4 min
Court Blocks Trump’s Tariffs, Markets React Amid Economic Contraction

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Episode Synopsis

In today's episode, we delve into the U.S. Court of International Trade's decision to block President Trump's import tariffs, sparking a rally in global financial markets. We also explore the U.S. economy's contraction in the first quarter of 2025 and the Federal Reserve's concerns over stagflation risks. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these developments and their implications for trade policy and economic growth.

Sources:
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-tariffs-blocked-illegal-court-international-trade-ieepa-whats-next/
https://time.com/7289394/trump-tariffs-uscit-court-international-trade-ruling-appeal-reactions-explainer/
https://abcnews.go.com/Business/stocks-climb-after-court-blocks-trumps-tariffs/story?id=122304566

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