Tariffs
Nintendo Sues US Government for Tariff Refunds as Corporate Legal Battle Reaches Critical Mass
Gaming giant joins wave of companies seeking billions in refunds after Supreme Court struck down Trump's emergency trade levies.
Japan Presses US to Honor Trade Deal as Tariff Confusion Deepens
Tokyo urges Washington to preserve 15% automotive duty ceiling amid policy shifts threatening $41 billion export corridor.
Japan Demands Equal Treatment as Trump Tariff Reset Threatens $550 Billion Deal
Tokyo formally requests Washington ensure its negotiated 15% tariff cap remains intact amid new Section 122 duties, testing the durability of bilateral trade frameworks.
Bessent Signals 15% Universal Tariff Imminent as Markets Brace for Policy Shock
Treasury Secretary's 'this week' timeline for tariff escalation marks sharp pivot from targeted duties to blanket protectionism, testing investor appetite and global trade architecture.
Americans Pay 90% of Tariff Costs as Supreme Court Forces Policy Reset
New research traces $287 billion in customs revenue to domestic consumers and businesses, while Bank of Japan holds rates steady amid diverging central bank policies.
Over 1,500 Companies Sue US Government Seeking Billions in Tariff Refunds
Supreme Court's February 20 ruling invalidating IEEPA tariffs triggers unprecedented legal battle over estimated $160-175 billion in duties, as major retailers and small businesses race to secure refunds while administration deploys alternative trade authorities.
Stellantis Reports €22.3 Billion Loss as Tariff Pressures Mount
The automotive giant's first-ever annual loss signals structural turmoil beyond failed EV bets—with US tariff costs rising to €1.6 billion in 2026.