Sanisha Packirisamy, Economist at Momentum Investments
In the Economies at a glance publication for April 2025, our latest infographic unpacks the far-reaching effects of United States (US) President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, in part aimed at revitalising the US manufacturing base. From disrupting global trade flows to straining international markets, these policies are creating economic ripples. Key insights from the infographic include:
- Trade disruptions: How tariffs reshape global supply chains, drawing on the World Trade Organisation’s latest forecasts.
- US manufacturing: The push for domestic industry growth amid rising costs.
- A delicate balancing act for central banks: Balancing protectionism-driven price pressures with dulled economic growth prospects, informed by the International Monetary Fund’s recent World Economic Outlook.
Read the full report here.
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