Category: Tariff
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Europe’s Economic Bazooka: A New Kind of Power in Global Negotiations
In the long evolution of global economic tools, few instruments represent a sharper shift than the European Union’s emerging “economic bazooka.” Unlike traditional tariff-based measures, this mechanism is designed for a digital, service-driven global economy—one where platforms, data, and cloud infrastructure matter more than shipping containers or commodity flows. The…
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Trade Uncertainty in the Shadow of a 500% Tariff Threat
Trade wars have always arrived dressed as morality plays. From the Smoot–Hawley tariffs of the 1930s to the technology embargoes of the 2010s, economic instruments have repeatedly been repurposed as geopolitical weapons. The current proposal emerging from Washington—backed publicly by Donald Trump—to impose up to 500% tariffs on countries purchasing…
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India–Russia Trade Reset: Strategic Openings After Putin’s 2025 Visit
India’s renewed engagement with Russia following Vladimir Putin’s December 4–5, 2025 visit marks a decisive shift in New Delhi’s long-term foreign economic strategy. The new Economic Cooperation Programme till 2030 signals that the partnership is evolving beyond energy dependency into a structured, multi-sector commercial relationship with a clearly stated ambition:…
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India’s Textiles & Apparel Transition: Between Tariffs, Technology, and a Global Reset
India’s textiles and apparel industry stands at a defining crossroads — not because of a single disruption, but because of the convergence of tariffs, technology, and labour dynamics that are reshaping global competitiveness. The recent policy shifts, global protectionism, and emerging supply-chain restructurings have created a paradoxical moment: pressure and…
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India’s Air-Cargo Pivot: How Tariffs Are Reshaping the Future of Export Logistics
In a world where tariffs, sanctions, and geopolitical trade barriers are redefining global commerce, India’s air-cargo sector is undergoing a structural transformation rather than a cyclical upswing. High-value export segments—pharmaceuticals, smartphones, electronics, precision engineering, jewellery, and even specialized agricultural goods—are increasingly prioritizing speed, reliability, and risk-hedging over traditional cost optimisation.…
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Tariff-Fuelled Inflation vs. Normal Inflation: Understanding the Old Battle in a New Global Economy
Inflation is not new to economic history. From ancient Rome’s currency debasement to the oil shocks of the 1970s, rising prices have repeatedly altered the trajectory of societies and markets. Yet the 2020s and 2030s have brought back a somewhat forgotten variant of inflation—tariff-fuelled inflation—a policy-driven price rise that reflects…
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Global Supply Chain Disruptions: Lessons from Crisis and Pathways to Resilience
From Local Hiccups to Global Shocks The globalization of trade since the late 20th century turned supply chains into vast, interdependent networks spanning continents. What began as an efficiency revolution—outsourcing, lean inventories, and just-in-time production—created systems optimized for cost but not for resilience.Historically, disruptions were local: a flood in Thailand…
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The 50% Tariff Shock: Why India Must Redesign Its Manufacturing Future
A Global Trade Reality Check India’s ambitious plan to expand its manufacturing base — particularly in labour-intensive sectors like apparel, electronics, and auto components — faces a fresh headwind. The World Economic Forum’s analysis, cited by The Economic Times, warns that a 50 % U.S. tariff threat could significantly undermine…
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U.S. Bilateral Trade Deals: Deadlines, Diplomacy, and the Illusion of Completion Before November 2025
The November Anticipation: Fact or Political Optics? As global markets await a series of trade announcements from Washington, a growing narrative suggests that the United States may finalize all its bilateral trade agreements before 5 November 2025. However, there is no public confirmation to substantiate this claim. The speculation, amplified…
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