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Economists Sound Alarm Over Trump’s New Import Tariffs
President trump’s tariff announcement has sent shockwaves thru the global economy. (ANP Photo)
Global economists are expressing serious concerns about the sweeping import tariffs imposed by President Trump, labeling them possibly catastrophic for the world economy. The move, dubbed a “Liberation Day” by the President, is facing widespread criticism.
Unprecedented Trade Measures
Past economist Jan Luiten van Zanden describes the tariffs as “wholly unique.” While trade disputes have occurred previously, a broad, across-the-board increase in tariffs on nearly all global trade is without precedent.
The closest historical parallel, according to several economists, is the protectionist measures enacted by the U.S. during the 1930s. However,today’s global economy is far more interconnected,meaning the impact of these tariffs could be amplified.
Despite the increased complexity, some analysts note that the current economic climate is stronger than it was during the Great Depression.
Questions Surround Tariff Calculation
The methodology used to calculate the tariff percentages is under scrutiny. The white House stated that the trade deficit was divided by a country’s total export value to determine the ”combined effect of all their taxes, limitations and other ways of cheating.” President Trump then reportedly halved this outcome to arrive at the final tariff.
Critics point out that this calculation seemingly disregards taxes and tariffs imposed by other countries on U.S. goods, despite earlier indications that “reciprocal taxes” would be the basis for the policy.
Rabobank economists have called the results “absurd,” suggesting the calculations may have been generated by AI. They highlight the example of free-trade advocate Switzerland facing a 31% tariff, while protectionist Argentina faces only 10%.
Impact on Europe
While the 20% tariff levied on the European Union is not expected to trigger an immediate recession, economists say the long-term consequences remain uncertain. The ultimate impact will depend on factors such as consumer confidence, business investment, and the duration of the tariffs.
ING economist Bert Colijn estimates the tariffs could reduce the Dutch gross national product by 0.2% in the first year, with potentially greater losses if the measures persist.
Indirect effects are also a concern. With China facing a 54% tariff, the U.S. may import less from China, potentially leading Chinese producers to seek new markets in Europe.
“That also disrupts the European manufacturing industry,” warns customs specialist Martijn Schippers. “We also have to remain alert to that, that we are not taken by cheap import from China.”
Potential Price Increases
The tariffs are not expected to immediately impact supermarket prices. American consumers are likely to feel the effects more directly in the short term. The extent to which Dutch prices will be affected depends on the countermeasures adopted by the European Union.
If the EU imposes retaliatory tariffs on American goods, products like bourbon and Levi’s jeans could become more expensive. The EU’s potential tariff package also includes soybeans,according to Colijn of ING.
Even then, it remains to be seen whether businesses will pass the full cost of the tariffs on to consumers.
Will Trump’s Strategy Succeed?
President Trump hopes to stimulate the U.S. economy by making imported products less attractive. though, economists are skeptical. Rabobank economist Maartje wijffelaars believes the tariffs could hinder American economic growth. “In the short term you can’t just scale up production. He doesn’t have the people and the capital for that.”
Steven Brakman, professor of economics at the University of Groningen, notes that “his goal is to export more American products, but to make them you need raw materials and parts from abroad. And they also become more expensive with these taxes. In his calculations of the height of the input taxes, Trump forgets this effect.”
Brakman anticipates a potential stagflation scenario – a stagnant economy coupled with rising prices. He concludes that President Trump’s actions represent a “great experiment,” the outcome of which remains to be seen.
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Tariffs: Your Questions Answered on Trump’s Trade Policies
April 3,2025
President Trump’s tariff announcement has sent shockwaves thru the global economy. (ANP Photo)
Former President Trump’s re-implementation of broad import tariffs has sent shockwaves throughout the global economy. This article addresses common questions about the tariffs, their potential consequences, and expert opinions.
What are President Trump’s New Tariffs?
These are import taxes imposed by the United States on goods coming from other countries. The recent tariffs, according to experts, are unique in both their scope and scale. They potentially affect a wide variety of products from different nations.
How are the Tariff Rates Persistent?
The method Trump’s management has utilized to calculate the tariffs has raised considerable skepticism. The White House stated that the trade deficit of the US with each country was divided by that country’s total export value. It was claimed this process would reveal the combined effects of all their taxes, limitations, and other alleged trade barriers. President Trump then reportedly halved this calculation to arrive at the final tariff rate.
Critics and economists alike have raised eyebrows, pointing out several inconsistencies. For instance, the strategy seemingly ignores tariffs and taxes levied by other nations against American products. Rabobank economists have called the results “absurd,” citing the example of Switzerland, despite its free trade policies, facing a 31% tariff under this model.
What is the Past Context of this Action?
While trade disputes are not uncommon, this is considered relatively unprecedented because of the breadth and depth. The closest historical comparison cited by economists is the protectionist policies of the U.S. during the 1930s.
Today’s world economy is far more interconnected, so the full impact is difficult to determine. That said, several analysts suggest the current economic climate is actually more stable than it was during the Great Depression.
What is the Expected impact on Europe?
The 20% tariff on the European Union isn’t predicted to cause an immediate recession. The long-term effects are still uncertain. Factors like consumer confidence, business investment, and the duration of the tariffs will play significant roles.
ING economist Bert Colijn estimates a 0.2% reduction in Dutch gross national product in the frist year alone. Longer term that impact could be even greater.
How Might China’s Tariffs Affect Europe?
With a 54% tariff levied on China, the United States will likely import less from them, which could lead Chinese producers to try seeking new markets in Europe. Customs specialist Martijn Schippers said of this scenario: ”That also disrupts the European manufacturing industry. We also have to remain alert to that, that we are not taken by cheap import from China.”.
Will Prices Increase in the Supermarket?
There’s some disagreement as to how quickly consumers will be hurt. While American consumers are expected to feel the effects faster, the degree to which prices in the Netherlands will be affected depends on the European Union’s counteractions.
If the EU imposes retaliatory tariffs on American goods, products like bourbon and Levi’s jeans may become more expensive. Colijn of ING says the EU’s potential tariff package would include soybeans. The ultimate decision of businesses to pass those tariff costs onto customers remains an open question.
How Could Retaliatory Tariffs from the EU Affect American Consumers?
If the EU retaliates with tariffs on American goods, consumers could see price increases on products like:
Bourbon
Levi’s Jeans
Soybeans
Will Trump’s strategy Succeed?
President Trump hopes that making imported products less attractive will stimulate the U.S. economy. Economists aren’t as optimistic. Rabobank economist Maartje Wijffelaars thinks the tariffs could hinder U.S. economic growth,and notes that it’s not easy for production to simply scale up quickly.
Professor Steven Brakman anticipates a potential stagflation scenario — a stagnant economy combined with rising prices.
Summary of Potential Effects
Here’s a table summarizing some of the potential impacts of the tariffs:
Area Affected
Potential Effect
U.S. Economy
Stunted Growth, possibly stagflation
European Union
Reduced GDP, supply chain disruption
Consumers
Higher prices on some imported goods; depending on retaliatory measures, also on American made consumer products
China
Reduced exports, potential for seeking new markets
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