The U.S. Signals a New Trade Shift: Tariffs for 150 Countries on the Horizon

In a bold move signaling a major shift in global trade policy, the United States has declared that it cannot negotiate trade terms individually with 150 countries within a 90-day timeframe. Instead, it plans to implement new tariffs for all of them in the coming weeks. This announcement reflects not only logistical realities but also …

Tariff Barriers and the Cost of Concentration Since 2018, the United States has imposed tariffs on hundreds of billions of dollars worth of Chinese goods—up to 25% in many categories. China responded with reciprocal measures. The immediate effect has been a steep rise in import costs, forcing companies to reconsider sourcing exclusively from China. Corporations …

✅ 1. Export GrowthVietnam enjoys tariff exemptions or reductions when exporting goods to major markets such as the EU, Japan, South Korea, and CPTPP countries.→ This helps Vietnamese products become cheaper and more competitive in partner countries. ✅ 2. Market ExpansionFTAs enable Vietnamese businesses to access larger and more potential markets.→ Agreements like the EVFTA, …

Overview of Freight Rate Trends Between July 11, 2024 and March 20, 2025, the Drewry World Container Index — a benchmark for freight rates across the world’s eight major maritime routes — recorded a significant decrease of 61.6%, marking the lowest point in over a year. This sharp decline in freight rates has compelled leading …

Reciprocal tariffs are taxes imposed on goods imported from another country in response to unfair tariff policies of that country.