Trump’s tariff threat reruns are as fierce as they are fleeting
theguardian.comPublished: 5/23/2025
Summary
Trump's aggressive use of tariffs has created constant uncertainty for businesses like Apple, whose iPhone deal could see a $3.5k jump if enforced. The U.S. president's "four-act play" strategy—starting with threats on social media, followed by tariffs despite warnings, causing panic and then backtracking—highlights the unpredictability of his policies. Meanwhile, global markets are experiencing economic instability as investors gauge the potential impact of these volatile measures.