Trump’s U-turn that delayed the enforcement of tariffs on Canada and Mexico, due to begin on 4 February, has sent shivers across the markets.
Since, analysts and industry insiders have raised questions about the market’s reaction, as well as Trump’s long-term game.
“It’s too early to say whether these tariffs will come into effect or, if they do, how long they will last,” says John Alty, senior adviser on trade at communications firm Pagefield.
How did Trump’s tariff threats hit trade?
Whether sabre-rattling or not, businesses perform best in stable environments and even talk of things like tariffs can cause financial problems.
“Businesses should be drawing-up or…