Trump proposes 100% semiconductor tariffs with exemptions for US investors

Former President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on imported computer chips, a move aimed at boosting domestic production. However, certain companies will be exempt from the tariff, though the details of those exemptions remain unclear.

Editor’s Note: This could shake up the tech and manufacturing industries, as higher tariffs might drive up costs for businesses and consumers. The exemptions suggest some companies could gain an advantage, but the broader impact on supply chains and global trade remains uncertain. If implemented, this policy could lead to price hikes for electronics and other chip-dependent products.

President Trump has rolled out extensive new tariffs targeting multiple countries, including a 50% duty on goods from India and a threat to impose a 100% tax on imported computer chips. These measures could escalate trade tensions and impact global markets.

Editor’s Note: These tariffs could raise prices for consumers, strain international relations, and disrupt supply chains—especially in tech, where computer chips are crucial. It’s a big move in Trump’s "America First" trade strategy, but businesses and trading partners might push back hard.