US EditionTrump Threatens 25% Tariff on Foreign-Made Smartphones, Targeting Apple and Samsung
- President Donald Trump threatened on May 23, 2025, to impose a 25% tariff on all foreign-made smartphones, targeting Apple and Samsung in the United States.
- Trump aimed to pressure Apple CEO Tim Cook to move iPhone manufacturing from China and India back to the U.S. To support domestic production and fairness.
- China remains Apple's main production hub and second-largest market, but Apple is increasing production in India to mitigate tariff impacts and diversify supply chains.
- Apple shares dropped nearly 3% following the announcement, while analysts warned that relocation is not feasible short-term and tariffs may force iPhone price hikes of $100 to $350.
- The tariff threat escalates trade tensions and could disrupt Apple’s business, potentially benefiting competitors like Samsung and indicating increased risks for investors.
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Trump: The Man Who Would Be Dictator
Just to put things into perspective, this man has deliberately sabotaged the entire world’s economic stability. When America’s biggest employer announced price increases to adjust for their losses due to his tariffs, he instructed them to “eat” them. When Apple announced plans to move iPhone production from China to India, he commanded them to move production to America or face a 25% tariff on every iPhone. By whose definition do Republicans con…
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