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Trump’s Surprise Tariffs Shake Markets | USD Drops, Gold Soars
Late last night, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a sweeping set of reciprocal tariffs on global trade partners, triggering sharp moves across the financial markets.
Key Announcements:
This surprise move by the U.S. government has created intense short-term volatility across forex, commodities, and equities. News-based trading setups are in play, with gold and safe-haven currencies in focus.
Late last night, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a sweeping set of reciprocal tariffs on global trade partners, triggering sharp moves across the financial markets.
Key Announcements:
- 10% tariff on all imported goods into the U.S. (effective April 5)
- 25% tariff on all imported vehicles
- Country-specific tariffs:
- China: 54% total (including previous 20%), effective April 9
- EU: 20%, Vietnam: 46%, Taiwan: 32%
- Canada and Mexico excluded
- Countries must adjust trade policies to seek exemptions
- Announcement has escalated global trade tensions overnight
- Gold (XAU/USD): Surged to new all-time highs
- USD Index (DXY): Fell sharply
- U.S. Stocks: Major indices dropped over 2%
- Forex: High volatility in USD, JPY, and commodity currencies
This surprise move by the U.S. government has created intense short-term volatility across forex, commodities, and equities. News-based trading setups are in play, with gold and safe-haven currencies in focus.
