The real danger of Trump’s incoherent trade policy
- Posted on February 7, 2025
- By Business News Today
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The real danger of Trump’s incoherent trade policy
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President Donald Trump's use of tariffs lacks a coherent goal, oscillating between fixing perceived trade imbalances and using them as negotiating leverage. This strategy may endanger the bond market, worsen U.S. debt and deficits, and strain relations with major trading partners, thereby impacting global capital flows.