BREAKING: Exciting Trade Deal with the USA on the Horizon for the UK!
U.S. and U.K. reportedly planning to declare completion of trade pact - A supposed trade accord between the United States and Britain is reportedly nearing completion.
Get ready for some major economic changes as President Donald Trump prepares to announce a significant trade agreement with the UK today! This historic deal, dubbed as the first of many, will be revealed at a press conference scheduled for 10:00 local time (16:00 CEST).
In London, Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to comment on the progress of negotiations with the USA later in the day. Trump and Starmer have previously acknowledged the "productive negotiations" between their historically close countries, affirming the special relationship between USA and UK.
According to recent statistics, the UK managed to export goods worth £59.3 billion (€69.7 billion) to the USA in 2024, while imports from the USA amounted to €57.1 billion. With a balanced trade relationship, this agreement could seal the deal. Trump's primary objective is to reduce the USA's trade deficit and bring jobs back to the country, utilizing high tariffs.
In a surprising move last year, Trump imposed a minimum tariff rate of ten percent for almost all imports from almost all trading partners. However, just a few hours after these higher tariffs came into effect, Trump announced a "pause" of 90 days. The exceptions are tariffs on imports from China, which were raised to a staggering 145 percent. China responded with retaliatory tariffs of 125 percent. Representatives from both countries are due to meet in Switzerland this weekend to discuss the possibility of starting negotiations.
Economist Jonathan Portes from King’s College London suggested that this agreement would be more about damage control than a real boost for the British economy. Nonetheless, he expressed that "it would clearly be a relief for businesses," considering that Britain hasn't entirely escaped high tariffs. A 25% surcharge currently applies to cars, steel, and aluminum, including British products. Given the importance of the USA as a market for manufacturers, this deal could provide much-needed relief.
Stay tuned for more updates as the press conference approaches!
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- Keir Starmer
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- The European Parliament, as a significant player in trade politics, will closely observe the trade agreement between the USA and the UK, extending its reach beyond general news.
- In a shift from traditional transatlantic relations, both the UK and the USA are expected to finalize a bilateral agreement, potentially influencing the global economy and impacting the exported goods to countries like the USA, including those from businesses in London.
- As the negotiations progress, attention will also focus on how this deal might affect the deficit in the USA, considering President Trump's objective to reduce it and bring back jobs by applying high tariffs.
- The European Parliament, with keen interest in economic affairs, will monitor the implications of this deal for the UK and other European countries, as it could permeate the European business and financial landscape.
- In the midst of evolving trade relations, Keir Starmer, the UK's Prime Minister, will have an essential role in articulating the UK's stance on the pending trade agreement, providing clarity in the realm of politics.
