The FT is reporting that Trump will to exempt carmakers from some US tariffs
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FT is gated, but the gist of it is that Trump is expected to ease back on some of his toughest tariffs affecting the auto industry.
- intends to exclude car parts from the China-focused tariffs tied to fentanyl production, as well as from existing steel and aluminium duties, — effectively “destacking” the levies.
- there has been heavy lobbying by carmakers to have him reconsider.
FT cites two sources familiar with the plan.
This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at www.forexlive.com.
