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Trump Threatens 25% Tariff on Foreign-Made Smartphones, Targeting Apple and Samsung

President Trump announced on May 23, 2025, a 25% tariff on all foreign-made smartphones sold in the United States, targeting companies including Apple and Samsung.
This tariff demand follows Trump's ongoing campaign to bring smartphone manufacturing back to the U.S. And pressure Apple to produce iPhones domestically instead of in India or China.
Apple has been expanding production in India and diversifying supply chains away from China, while Foxconn plans to invest $1.5 billion to grow its Indian facilities as part of this shift.
Analysts warn that tariffs could force Apple to raise iPhone prices by $100 to $350, potentially benefiting rivals like Samsung, whom Jim Cramer called the “winner” of this tariff plan.
The 25% tariffs are set to be implemented by June 2025 and may disrupt Apple’s supply chain, shake investor confidence, and impact the stability of global markets, affecting all smartphone manufacturers equally.

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