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Explainer: What to know about Trump’s 50 pc tariffs on Canadian goods that just went into effect
US President Donald Trump’s 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian imports have intensified the trade war, affecting USD 20 billion in goods. Canada plans dollar-for-dollar retaliation from September 8, while experts warn the escalating dispute could raise costs for businesses and consumers
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- Why it matters
- Tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian goods will raise input costs for US businesses sourcing from Canada and prices for consumers buying affected products, while Canadian retaliation threatens US exporters.
- Most affected
- US businesses importing from Canada — Face 50% tariffs on $20 billion in goods from now.
US consumers — Likely to face higher prices on affected Canadian imports.
US exporters to Canada — Face dollar-for-dollar Canadian retaliation tariffs starting September 8. - Likely next
- Whether Canada implements the announced retaliatory tariffs on September 8 and what goods they target.
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