A sweeping U.S. tariff policy effective August 7, 2025, targets over 90 nations with rates from 0% to 50%, aiming to push trading partners toward fairer terms. With India facing the steepest rate and the European Union under a tiered system, the move marks a significant protectionist turn, set to impact global supply chains, trade relations, and economic stability.

On August 7, 2025, fresh U.S. tariffs on imports from more than 90 nations went into effect as part of the administration’s tough “reciprocal tariff” strategy to level up trade practices and safeguard American industries. The tariffs vary from 0% to a steep 50% on targeted nations, hitting both economic competitors and old allies.

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