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Stocks tumble as Trump locks in Canada, Mexico tariffs

Stocks tumble as Trump locks in Canada, Mexico tariffs

US President Donald Trump's taxes on imports from Mexico and Canada is sparking fears of a North American trade war that will hike inflation and hinder growth.

Treasurer to push for tariff exemption in US meeting

Treasurer to push for tariff exemption in US meeting

Treasurer to push for tariff exemption in US meeting

Treasurer to push for tariff exemption in US meeting

As superannuation giants attempt to build ties with US investors in Washington, Treasurer Jim Chalmers will try to secure a tariff deal with his US counterpart.

Local steel quotas in major projects being considered

Local steel quotas in major projects being considered

Local steel quotas in major projects being considered

Local steel quotas in major projects being considered

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the federal government wants local steel to be used in Australian projects, as it considers introducing quotas.

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Meat and vaccine exports at risk if Trump targets GST

Meat and vaccine exports at risk if Trump targets GST

Donald Trump's threat to hit trading partners with "reciprocal" tariffs could hit Australian jobs and economic output hard, if he goes after the GST.

Trump steel deal could fire up housing sector boost

Trump steel deal could fire up housing sector boost

Home-builders could benefit from efforts by Australia to carve out an exemption to US President Donald Trump's steel tariffs.

'Strong ally': Australia won't return fire on tariffs

'Strong ally': Australia won't return fire on tariffs

The clock is ticking for Australia to secure an exemption to Donald Trump's steel tariffs after he accused leaders of breaking their word on an export deal.

Concern Australian jobs at risk over Trump's tariffs

Concern Australian jobs at risk over Trump's tariffs

Australian communities that rely heavily upon steel and aluminium production jobs are closely watching developments on US tariffs and hoping for an exemption.

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Trump raises steel tariffs, weighs Australia exemption

Trump raises steel tariffs, weighs Australia exemption

Trump raises steel tariffs, weighs Australia exemption

Trump raises steel tariffs, weighs Australia exemption

US President Donald Trump has announced 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports but is "considering" a carve-out for Australia.

Australia must be a 'model ally' in US tariff talks

Australia must be a 'model ally' in US tariff talks

Australia must be a 'model ally' in US tariff talks

Australia must be a 'model ally' in US tariff talks

Australia must prove its relationship with the US is mutually beneficial to earn another exemption from steel and aluminium tariffs, experts say.

Trump tariffs could boost case for rate cut: economists

Trump tariffs could boost case for rate cut: economists

Trump tariffs could boost case for rate cut: economists

Trump tariffs could boost case for rate cut: economists

US tariffs on Australian steel and aluminium would have minimal direct impacts, but weakened Chinese demand for goods like iron ore could hit economic growth.

Trump to announce 25 per cent steel, aluminium tariffs

Trump to announce 25 per cent steel, aluminium tariffs

Trump to announce 25 per cent steel, aluminium tariffs

Trump to announce 25 per cent steel, aluminium tariffs

Donald Trump is poised to announce 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium imported to the US but It's not yet clear how and if Australia will be affected.

Albanese to press Trump for tariff breaks for Australia

Albanese to press Trump for tariff breaks for Australia

Albanese to press Trump for tariff breaks for Australia

Albanese to press Trump for tariff breaks for Australia

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will attempt to secure Australian companies an exemption from US tariffs in a direct phone call with President Donald Trump.

Defence minister off to US to back in 'strong' alliance

Defence minister off to US to back in 'strong' alliance

Defence minister off to US to back in 'strong' alliance

Defence minister off to US to back in 'strong' alliance

Defence Minister Richard Marles will travel to Washington to cement Australia's "strong and enduring" US alliance and meet his US counterpart Pete Hegseth.

China files WTO complaint over 'discriminatory' tariffs

China files WTO complaint over 'discriminatory' tariffs

China files WTO complaint over 'discriminatory' tariffs

China files WTO complaint over 'discriminatory' tariffs

China has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization over the new tariffs imposed by the United States.

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Trump in no hurry for Xi talks amid new tariff war

US President Donald Trump and Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping are expected to hold talks but the White House says a call still needs to be scheduled.

US could feel 'pain' in China, Mexico trade war: Trump

US President Donald Trump has defended his decision to impose sweeping tariffs on products from Mexico, China and Canada as financial markets react.

Bank chief doubts trade-war risk will cancel Christmas

The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come has visited the RBA deputy, revealing little chance of the global economy plunging into another Depression.

Trump says would impose tariffs if China invades Taiwan

Donald Trump says he would impose tariffs on China if were to "go into Taiwan", and US military intervention would not be needed there under his leadership.

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China moves to dump tariffs on $1b wine exports

China has recommended dropping tariffs on Australian wine products weeks ahead of a crucial deadline.

Businesses to save as government scraps tariffs

Hundreds of nuisance tariffs on everyday items like tools, clothing, dishwashers and more will be scrapped in a move that will save businesses millions.

Lobster and beef on menu after China wine breakthrough

Australia will continue to push for the removal of restrictions on lobster and beef exports after a breakthrough on the trade dispute with Beijing over wine.

Aussie winemakers are hoping to raise a glass to China

Australian grape and wine producers are optimistic that hefty tariffs will be scrapped on wine exported to China, after imposts on barley were removed.

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