Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China: will they spark a trade war?

As the US president imposes import taxes on three key trading partners, we examine potential repercussions

Trump will not be ‘meteor’ blow to Irish economy, says employers’ group

Businesses should avoid panic amid fears US will attempt to repatriate jobs and taxes, says Danny McCoy

Across the world, exporters to the US are preparing for an era of disruption if tariffs are imposed

The EU is facing a torrid year ahead from enemies both within and without. But it is still far from a lost cause

America First doctrine and threat of tariffs leave EU elite wondering how it can close economic gulf with US

President also threatens tariffs on imports to US and repeats call for Nato countries to increase defence spending to 5%

Trade chief has said membership of Pan-Euro-Mediterranean convention could be part of ‘reset’ discussions

Maroš Šefčovič says ‘the ball is in the UK’s court’ as British ministers reportedly consult businesses

Yuan and Chinese stocks fall despite suggestion of lower tariff than president mentioned during campaign

The annual gathering of the globally minded is looking forlorn in the light of Trump 2.0 and trade rows

Some analysts fear ballooning federal debt and a bullish stock market means ‘something will surely snap’

UK economy predicted to grow by 1.6% this year as fund warns of potentially destabilising effect of Trump policy

Bloc may ward off incoming president’s threats by buying more US goods, or impose its own tariffs in retaliation

Law to stop armed groups profiting from trade in gold, tin, tungsten and tantalum is being breached, rights groups say

Responses range from conciliation to retaliation, including cutting off electricity and halting the purchase of US liquor