Tag: tariffs
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Why Aren’t Car Prices Skyrocketing Despite Tariffs?
Automakers are facing billions in tariff costs on imported steel, aluminum, and car parts. Yet, surprisingly, car prices have remained relatively steady. In this lesson, learners will explore how global trade policy, corporate strategy, and economic pressures interact. Using an NPR report as a foundation, this lesson is ideal for advanced English learners interested in…
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Racing Against Tariffs: How Chinese Exporters Are Navigating Trade Uncertainty
Despite the pause on high tariffs, Chinese factories still face high uncertainty Warm-up question: Have you ever had to prepare for something uncertain—like a delay, a price increase, or a new rule? What did you do to get ready? Listen: Link to audio [HERE] Read: A MARTÍNEZ, HOST: Just a few weeks ago, goods from…
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Made In… Where? Understanding the Complex World of Product Origins
Have you ever wondered where the products you use every day actually come from? It’s not always as straightforward as you might think. In today’s global economy, a single product can involve raw materials from one country, assembly in another, and finishing touches in yet another. This lesson explores the complex world of country of…
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Tariffs and Turmoil: How Trump’s Trade Policies Are Shaking Global Markets
President Trump’s sweeping new tariffs have sent shockwaves through global financial markets, triggering a steep sell-off and raising fears of a looming recession. As Asian and European indexes tumble and U.S. markets enter bear territory, economists and Wall Street leaders are sounding the alarm. Despite widespread warnings—from billionaire investors to top analysts—the administration appears unfazed,…
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Global Economic Reactions to Trump’s Return to Office
As Donald Trump prepares for a return to the presidency, world economies are bracing for significant changes. From new trade tariffs to shifts in climate-related policies, Trump’s leadership could spark seismic changes in international markets and trade dynamics. This lesson delves into how global financial markets, businesses, and governments are preparing for a new wave…
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EU’s New Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles: Impact and Implications
유럽연합 집행위원회가 중국에서 수입되는 전기차에 대해 거의 40%에 달하는 관세를 부과할 준비를 하면서 글로벌 자동차 시장은 중요한 변화를 맞이하고 있습니다. 이번 강의에서는 이러한 관세의 배경, 유럽과 중국 자동차 제조업체에 미칠 영향, 그리고 더 넓은 경제적 의미를 탐구합니다. 국제 무역 정책이 제품의 가용성과 가격 형성에 어떻게 영향을 미치고, 시장 역학을 변화시키며, 글로벌 경제 관계에 어떤 영향을…
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