1 hour ago From Nike to Apple: which US brands could be hit hardest by Trump tariffs and what’s at stake?

Companies with suppliers in Asian countries are likely to have to raise prices after the US president’s measuresBusiness live – latest updatesDonald Trump’s “liberation day” tariff war has so far wiped trillions off the market value of publicly traded companies, with the sweeping border taxes of up to 50% poised to wreak havoc on businesses across the world.US-based global brands from Nike to Apple have suffered some of the heaviest falls in share price and market value, as investors react to fears of price increases and a potential slowdown in consumer spending. Here, we examine some of the most exposed industries and brands. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Trump tariffs live: China hits US with huge 34% tariff after FTSE drops in market meltdown

China hits back with huge tariffs after Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ wipes $2.4trn from S&P 500, in its biggest one-day loss since March 2020

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2 h. ago Stock markets plunge as China announces retaliatory 34% tariffs on US goods – business live

Global trade war escalate as Beijing hits back against Donald Trump with new tariffs on US goodsIMF warns of ‘significant risk’ to global economy from Trump tariffs as markets slideGlobal markets in turmoil as Trump tariffs wipe $2.5tn off Wall StreetAnalysis: Trump’s ‘idiotic’ and flawed tariff calculations stun economistsNew Civil Liberties Alliance, a conservative legal group, has filed what it says is the first lawsuit seeking to block Donald Trump’s tariffs on Chinese imports, saying the US president overstepped his authority. Reuters reports:The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Florida, alleges that Trump lacked the legal authority to impose the sweeping tariffs unveiled on Wednesday as well as duties authorized on February 1 under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.“By invoking emergency power to impose an across-the-board tariff on imports from China that the statute does not authorize, President Trump has misused that power, usurped Congress’s right to contro...

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2 h. ago Grand National results LIVE: Tips and updates as Jonbon set to headline Ladies Days at Aintree

Follow all the action from Aintree as the festival builds up to the showpiece on Saturday

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2 h. ago Grand National results LIVE: Tips and updates as Jonbon set to headline Ladies Day at Aintree

Follow all the action from Aintree as the festival builds up to the showpiece on Saturday

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3 h. ago Trump tariffs live: FTSE hits lowest level since December as global market meltdown continues

FTSE slumps after Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs wipe $2.4trn from S&P 500, in its biggest one-day loss since March 2020

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3 h. ago Ruben Amorim press conference live Manchester United injury updates ahead of Man City fixture

Live updates from Man United head coach Ruben Amorim's pre-match press conference ahead of Sunday's derby against Manchester City.

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5 h. ago Trump declares tariffs are ‘going very well’ despite $3 trillion Wall Street rout and fears over global recession: Live

President Trump’s comments come amid U.S. markets suffering their steepest declines since 2020

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5 h. ago Trump tariffs live: FTSE hits lowest level in months after market meltdown enters second day

FTSE slumps after Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs wipe $2.4trn from S&P 500, in its biggest one-day loss since March 2020

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5 h. ago Trump live: ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs wipe $3.1 trillion from Wall Street as analysts warn of global recession

President Trump says his tariffs are ‘going very well’ despite U.S. markets suffering their steepest declines since 2020

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5 h. ago Australia v South Korea: women’s international friendly – live

Updates from the Matildas’ clash with Korea Republic in SydneyKick off at Allianz Stadium is 8pm local/6pm KSTAny thoughts? Get in touch with Martin on emailHello and welcome to live coverage of the women’s international friendly between Australia and South Korea at Allianz Stadium in Sydney. The Matildas are seeking a return to form in back-to-back friendlies against their Asian rivals after a horror campaign at the SheBelieves Cup but will have to do so without some of their leading players.Australia lost all three matches at the tournament in the United States in February and have now slumped to a 20-year low in the Fifa world rankings at No 16. But they have no time to lick their wounds with the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup on home soil now less than 11 months away. Continue reading...

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6 h. ago Trump tariffs live: President says Starmer ‘very happy’ with UK’s tariff after Asian markets plunge again

Donald Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs wiped $2.4trn from S&P 500, in its biggest one-day loss since March 2020

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6 h. ago FTSE 100 hits lowest level since January as IMF warns Trump tariffs ‘a significant risk’ to global economy – business live

Kristolina Georgieva warns against retaliation to US levies while US president insists ‘markets will boom’ after sweeping tariff announcementGlobal markets in turmoil as Trump tariffs wipe $2.5tn off Wall StreetAnalysis: Trump’s ‘idiotic’ and flawed tariff calculations stun economistsNew Civil Liberties Alliance, a conservative legal group, has filed what it says is the first lawsuit seeking to block Donald Trump’s tariffs on Chinese imports, saying the US president overstepped his authority. Reuters reports:The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Florida, alleges that Trump lacked the legal authority to impose the sweeping tariffs unveiled on Wednesday as well as duties authorized on February 1 under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.“By invoking emergency power to impose an across-the-board tariff on imports from China that the statute does not authorize, President Trump has misused that power, usurped Congress’s right to control tariffs, and upset the Constitution’s ...

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7 h. ago Grand National results LIVE: Tips and updates as Jonbon set to headline day two at Aintree

Follow all the action from Aintree as the festival builds up to the showpiece on Saturday

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7 h. ago F1 Japan GP LIVE: Practice updates as Jack Doohan crashes at Suzuka

Follow all the latest updates from Suzuka with Tsunoda now partnering Max Verstappen at Red Bull

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9 h. ago Yoon Suk Yeol impeached: celebrations as South Korea court votes unanimously to remove president from office – live

Thousands of people at Seoul rally calling for Yoon’s removal burst into cheers on hearing the constitutional court’s ruling, chanting ‘we won!’Report: South Korea president Yoon Suk Yeol removed from officeYoon violated his duty as South Korean commander-in-chief by mobilising troops, says Justice Moon, the constitutional court’s acting president says. The president’s martial law declarations violated parliament’s rights, he says as the ruling continues.Justice Moon says it is difficult to see the South Korean opposition’s actions as a severe national crisis to justify Yoon Suk Yeol’s martial law declaration, Reuters is reporting as he continues delivering the ruling. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Trump live: Markets see worst day since Covid after new tariffs as president teases $5m gold card featuring his face

President Trump imposes blanket tariffs on all countries, hitting China and Europe hardest

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13 h. ago Trump tariffs live: President teases $5m gold card for US entry which features his own face on day that stocks plunge globally

President Trump imposes blanket tariffs on all countries, hitting China and Europe hardest

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16 h. ago Chelsea vs Tottenham LIVE: Premier League result, latest updates and reaction after Blues win London derby

A low-key London derby to rounds off the midweek Premier League action

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17 h. ago Donald Trump's tariffs hit major brands including Nike and H&M

Major brands have been feeling the impact of Donald Trump's newly announced 'Liberation Day' tariffs, with Nike, Adidas and Puma among the big names to suffer huge losses already

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