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Trump Tariff Tracker

The second Trump administration has embarked on a novel and aggressive tariff policy to address a range of economic and national security concerns. This tracker monitors the evolution of these tariffs and provides expert context on the economic conditions driving their creation—along with their real-world impact.

Lipsky quoted by the Financial Times on why Trump decisions were delayed

New Atlanticist Jul 10, 2025

Trump is threatening Brazil with a 50 percent tariff. How will Lula respond?

By Ricardo Sennes, Valentina Sader

The large tariff on Brazilian imports to the United States is set to take effect August 1, unless the US president and his counterpart in Brasília can strike a deal.
Brazil Politics & Diplomacy
Lipsky quoted by the Financial Times on why Trump decisions were delayed

New Atlanticist Jul 8, 2025

April, July, now August: Our expert guide to Trump’s latest tariff moves

By Atlantic Council experts

“Liberation Day” was nearly ninety days ago, and now the deadline for many nations to negotiate a trade deal and avoid US tariffs is extended to next month. Atlantic Council experts explain what’s behind the moving calendar.
Economy & Business Politics & Diplomacy
Lipsky quoted by the Financial Times on why Trump decisions were delayed

New Atlanticist Jun 26, 2025

To retaliate, or not to retaliate, that is the question for the EU on Trump’s tariffs

By Frances Burwell

Striking back at US tariffs is unlikely to help the EU achieve its goals of a more stable and open trading partnership with the United States.
Economy & Business European Union

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Events

Online Event Fri, July 11, 2025 • 10:30 am ET

What comes next for transatlantic trade
Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia European Union Trade and tariffs
Public Event Thu, July 10, 2025 • 9:00 am ET

President Umaro Sissoco Embaló on the future of US-Africa trade and security

AN #ACFRONTPAGE EVENT—President Umaro Sissoco Embaló of Guinea-Bissau joins the Atlantic Council while he is in Washington, DC for a summit between West African leaders and US President Donald Trump. 

North & West Africa Politics & Diplomacy Security & Defense Trade and tariffs
Public Event Fri, June 6, 2025 • 11:00 am ET

A deep dive into US-Guatemala economic and security cooperation
Americas Economy & Business Latin America Northern Triangle
Public Event Wed, June 4, 2025 • 9:45 am ET

US-Central Asia Forum
Central Asia Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia Geopolitics & Energy Security
Public Event Thu, May 22, 2025 • 9:30 am ET

Africa Day 2025: Navigating aid, trade, and policy shifts
Africa Economy & Business Trade and tariffs United States and Canada
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Content

In the News

Jan 21, 2025

Lipsky quoted by the Financial Times on why Trump decisions were delayed

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Economy & Business International Markets

In the News

Jan 21, 2025

Busch quoted by Semafor on US leverage over Mexico in USMCA trade talks

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Economy & Business International Markets

New Atlanticist

Jan 20, 2025

What to know about Trump’s day-one promise to take back the Panama Canal

By Jason Marczak

Trump's presidency can be an opportunity to further use the tools of the US government to advance the US business presence in Panama.

Americas Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Jan 19, 2025

On trade and technology, the US and EU need each other now more than ever

By Trevor Rudolph

Washington and Brussels must collaborate on telecommunications, semiconductors, and critical minerals to compete with nonmarket economies.

Economy & Business European Union

In the News

Jan 17, 2025

Event with Jan Hatzius featured in SCMP on Trump’s China tariff plans and impacts on the US economy

Read the full article here

China Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Jan 16, 2025

Trump has an advantage in upcoming USMCA trade talks. Here’s how his team can use it.

By Sophia Busch

The Trump administration should take stock of the economic leverage—and dependencies—the United States has with Mexico and Canada ahead of 2026.

Economy & Business Mexico

New Atlanticist

Jan 16, 2025

How Sheinbaum can strengthen US-Mexico ties in Trump’s first 100 days

By Rene Dominguez Castro

Decisions taken in the next few months about the US-Mexico relationship could shape the two nations’ bilateral ties for years to come.

Economy & Business Mexico

Freedom and Prosperity Around the World

Jan 16, 2025

Policy uncertainty looms in Canada as Trudeau resigns

By Randall Morck

With its prime minister of nine years stepping down and Donald Trump’s recent victory across the border, Canada faces a period of political uncertainty. In 2025, the nation must navigate contentious policy debates on immigration, healthcare, and trade relationships, all while preparing for a pivotal election.

Economy & Business Education

Transcript

Jan 16, 2025

Daleep Singh outlines five principles to guide—and constrain—the use of economic statecraft tools

By Atlantic Council

Speaking at an Atlantic Council event, Daleep Singh said that the world needs common rules of engagement for why, when, and how to use restrictive economic measures.

Economic Sanctions Economy & Business

Transcript

Jan 16, 2025

The world needs a common vision for the responsible use of economic statecraft tools

By Daleep Singh

At an Atlantic Council event, US Deputy National Security Advisor Daleep Singh outlined five principles for restrictive economic statecraft.

Economic Sanctions Economy & Business
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Experts

Fellow

Andrea Montanino

Nonresident Senior Fellow

GeoEconomics Center

Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia

Fellow

Luz María de la Mora

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Americas Economy & Business

Advisory Council member

Luis Alberto Moreno

Former President, Inter-American Development Bank

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Colombia Economy & Business

Advisory Council member

Mary Morrison Alberg

Founder & Managing Partner, Ridge Road Group

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Brazil Crisis Management

Board director

Georgette Mosbacher

Co-Chair, Three Seas Programming

Europe Center

Central Europe Economy & Business

Fellow

L. Daniel Mullaney

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Europe Center GeoEconomics Center

Digital Policy Economy & Business
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