Trump tariff push given new twist by court setback

Reuters

A U.S. trade court has ruled against most of President Trump's broad tariff plans, saying he went beyond his legal powers. This brought some relief to financial markets, especially for industries like tech, luxury goods, and auto makers that had been hurt by the tariffs.

Global reactions were cautious. Germany and the EU said they couldn't comment due to the ongoing legal process, while the UK called it an internal U.S. matter. The Trump administration plans to appeal the decision, so uncertainty remains.

The ruling affects Trump's blanket tariffs imposed under emergency powers, but not specific ones like those on steel and cars. Investors are watching closely to see how Trump will respond and whether he'll try other ways to impose trade barriers.

For now, the decision gives businesses and trade partners a break and time to prepare. But experts warn this may only be a temporary pause in Trump's unpredictable trade policies.

Markets were mixed: some stocks gained, especially in Europe, but investors remain wary of more volatility ahead.

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