Trump announces huge tech tariffs - and hails 'significant step' towards an 'ultimate goal'

Trump announces huge tech tariffs - and hails 'significant step' towards an 'ultimate goal'


The move threatens to increase the cost of electronics made outside the US, which covers everything from TVs and video game consoles to kitchen appliances and cars. Indian imports into the US will face a 50% tariff from 27 August as a result of the move, as the president seeks to increase the pressure on Russia to end the war in Ukraine. Apple, meanwhile, plans to hire 20,000 people in the US to support its extra manufacturing in the country, which will total $600bn (around £449bn) worth of investment over four years.


Published at: 2025-08-06 22:28:00

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