U.S. automakers warn of fallout from Japan trade deal
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. automakers are concerned about President Donald Trump’s agreement to tariff Japanese vehicles at 15%, saying they will face steeper import taxes on steel, aluminum and parts than their competitors. “We need to review all the details of the agreement, but this is a deal that will charge lower tariffs on Japanese autos with […]
Stocks rise to record on U.S.–Japan trade deal news
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks are ticking toward another record on Wednesday following a trade deal between the world’s No. 1 and No. 4 economies, one that would lower proposed tariffs on Japanese imports coming to the United States. The S&P 500 was 0.5% higher, coming off its latest all-time high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 431 points, […]