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Switzerland, Trump and tariffs

America’s tariff avalanche catches Switzerland unawares
Switzerland had negotiated early and swiftly. The deal it offered “was not so different from that of the European Union”, says a senior Swiss official. It contained similar pledges to invest in America,
Why Trump hit Switzerland with a 39% tariff—and what it means for trade and diplomacy
Bern thought it had a deal—then Trump struck back with one of the highest tariffs in the world, sparking outrage and economic anxiety in Switzerland.
Switzerland could revise offer on Trump tariffs, business minister says
The Swiss government is open to revising its offer to the United States in response to planned heavy tariffs, Business Minister Guy Parmelin said, as experts warned the 39% import duties announced by President Donald Trump could trigger a recession in Switzerland.
What's Behind Trump’s Shock 39% Tariff on Switzerland?
A 39% tariff on Swiss goods is a blow for a country that hoped to reach an early trade deal with the Trump administration. The rate, due to take effect on Thursday, exceeds the 31% level floated in April.
‘Knives out’: Switzerland descends into blame game after US tariff shock
A blame game has erupted in Switzerland after the US announced an unexpected 39 per cent tariff rate on the Alpine country on its national day. Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter is accused of grossly miscalculating the trade deal she thought she was able to secure with the Trump administration.
Switzerland seeks to respond to Trump's tariffs
In a surprising move, the Trump administration has imposed a 39% tariff on Swiss imports, significantly higher than the 15% on EU products. Switzerland, caught off guard, is determined to negotiate a more favorable deal with the U.
U.S. Tariffs Threaten to Push Switzerland Into Recession
Until recently, Switzerland seemed like one of the few European economies on steady ground. But a new move from the United States may change that. The U.S. has just imposed 39% import tariffs on some Swiss goods,
Switzerland Says It's Ready to Make Trump 'More Attractive Offer' on Trade
ZURICH (Reuters) -Switzerland's government will hold an extraordinary cabinet meeting on Monday to discuss its response to ...
Switzerland Rushes to Give Trump ‘More Attractive’ Offer to Cut Tariffs
The Swiss government said it had “no indication” the country would be hit with a 39 percent tariff, which is set to take ...
Switzerland's government to hold special meeting over Trump's huge tariff shock
Switzerland's government was due to hold an extraordinary cabinet meeting on Monday to discuss its response to President ...
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Swiss hoping Trump will lower tariff rate
Switzerland has launched a last-ditch attempt to persuade United States President Donald Trump not to hit Swiss imports with ...
Switzerland Slammed With 39% Tariff Rate in US Trade Blitz
Donald Trump will impose a 39% tariff on imports from Switzerland, one of the steepest levies globally which threaten to ...
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Swiss eye 'more attractive' offer for Trump after tariff shock
Switzerland said on Monday it was ready to make a better offer to the United States to avoid steep tariffs that are expected ...
Switzerland Slapped With Super-High 39% U.S. Tariff—Impacting These Luxury Imports
Switzerland is home to some of the world's most famous watch, chocolate, pharmaceutical and precision instrument brands in ...
Switzerland Says It’s Ready to Make 'More Attractive' Trade Offer
The Swiss government signaled it is prepared to make trade concessions to the U.S. after being stunned by unexpectedly high tariff rates last week. The looming 39% tariff rate for Swiss goods is the ...
Rolex, luxury watchmakers brace for Trump's tariffs on Swiss imports
Switzerland is bracing for a big tariff hike on its exports, and its watch industry could take the brunt when President Trump ...