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'Didn’t really like the way she talked': How a phone call from Swiss leader led Trump to raise tariffs to 39%

President Trump revealed a phone call with Swiss leader Karin Keller-Sutter, whom he mistakenly called Prime Minister, prompted a tariff hike on Swiss imports. Despite her arguments about Switzerland's small size, Trump increased tariffs to 39% due to a $42 billion trade deficit, believing Switzerland had been "ripping us off."

The Times of India

Switzerland Just Overwhelmingly Rejected a New Wealth Tax. Will California Lawmakers Learn?

The hammer of heavy wealth and inheritance taxes falls hardest on those still climbing the economic ladder.

Reason

Swiss Minister Eyes 'Opportunity' After US Tariff Talks

Switzerland's vice president said Saturday he had had "constructive meetings" with senior US officials as the country tries to navigate the massive import tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.

International Business Times

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The Swiss lived in splendid isolation for years. Trump’s tariffs have shattered that complacency

The shockwaves sent by the US president could finally push Switzerland closer to the EU, says Joseph de Weck of the Foreign Policy Research Institute

The Guardian - UK

Gold futures jump to record high after US tariffs on cast bars

Imposition of 39% import rate described as ‘another blow’ to Switzerland’s world-leading refining industry

The Guardian - UK

More than 60 countries scramble to respond to Trump’s latest tariffs

Industry representatives warn of job losses and say decision could be ‘nail in the coffin’ for those exporting to the US

The Guardian - UK

The Latest: Wall Street and US trading partners worldwide react to Trump's latest tariffs

The U.S. has begun officially levying higher taxes on imports from dozens of countries Thursday, four months after President Donald Trump first announced plans to impose tariffs on most of the world while seeking new trade agreements across the board

The Independent UK

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US President Donald Trump's sweeping global tariffs go into effect

The move comes after Washington paused its "reciprocal tariffs" for almost four months to allow countries to negotiate trade deals with the US.

Euronews

Swiss Reel From 'Horror Scenario' After US Tariff Blow

Switzerland scrambled for answers Thursday after a last-gasp government mission to Washington failed to stop a 39-percent tariff blow from President Donald Trump, sparking job fears in what businesses called a "horror scenario".

International Business Times

Swiss President Hopes Washington Talks Avert Surprise Tariff

Switzerland's president held last-gasp talks with the US secretary of state on Wednesday after she rushed to Washington to avert a surprise steep hike in tariffs -- but her chances of meeting Donald Trump were unclear.

International Business Times

Swiss President Rushes To US To Avert Steep Tariffs

Switzerland's president and economy minister were due to fly to Washington on Tuesday in a last-minute push to stop steep new tariffs that have blindsided the Alpine country.

International Business Times

Switzerland scrambles to ink trade deal with US amid certain 'economic blow' due to tariffs

The tariffs, which come into effect on Thursday, are estimated to affect around 60% of Swiss exports to the United States, its largest market for its exports of pharmaceuticals, watches, machinery and chocolate.

Euronews

You’re kidding me: Donald Trump just made it expensive to know what time it is

The tariffs just keep coming.

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Swiss Eye 'More Attractive' Offer For Trump After Tariff Shock

Switzerland said on Monday it was ready to make a better offer to the United States to avoid steep tariffs that are expected to take effect this week.

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The Guardian - UK

Swiss president under fire after Trump call leads to US tariffs shock

Karin Keller-Sutter accused of mishandling talks as shares dive after Switzerland hit with 39% tariff

The Independent UK

Switzerland, the land of luxury brands, could see prices skyrocket from Trump's 39% tariffs

Switzerland is home to some of the world’s most recognizable luxury brands

The Independent UK

Swiss president pledges aid for Alpine villagers left homeless after glacier collapse

Switzerland’s president said evacuees from a village whose homes and businesses were destroyed by a dramatic landslide caused by a falling glacier were “not alone” and the wealthy Alpine country was calculating ways to help

Euronews

US and China tariff talks begin in Geneva with hope of de-escalating trade dispute

Tariff talks begin between US and Chinese officials in Switzerland on Saturday. This follows US President Donald Trump increasing US tariffs on China to a combined 145%, and China retaliating by hitting America with a 125% levy last month.

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Euronews

Switzerland's president hopes 'Holy Spirit' will guide US-China tariff talks in Geneva

The Swiss government said its talks with Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer were “convivial and constructive” and were aimed to lay out the guidelines for a deal on the issue of customs duties to be discussed again in coming weeks.

International Business Times

Swiss Seize Window Of Opportunity On Trump Tariffs

Switzerland will once again Friday try to talk its way out of punitive tariffs on its exports to the United States, which would have serious ramifications for Swiss jobs and businesses.

The Independent UK

Swiss leader says Trump administration foresees 'privileged' talks with 15 countries on US tariffs

The Swiss president says Switzerland is among 15 countries with which the United States plans to conduct “privileged” negotiations to help reach a deal in the wake of sweeping U.S. tariffs on dozens of countries that have shaken global markets

International Business Times

US National Debt Is A 'Time Bomb' That Threatens The World: Swiss Finance Minister

'Debt levels in the U.S. and Europe are a risk to international financial stability and a risk for Switzerland,' warned Karin Keller-Sutter

International Business Times

UK And Switzerland Seal Financial Services Deal

Britain and Switzerland unveiled a post-Brexit financial services agreement on Thursday, aimed at making it easier for corporate and wealthy people in both countries to do business together.

Reuters

Credit Suisse rescue package rejected by Swiss parliament

Switzerland's parliament rejected on Wednesday the government's 109 billion Swiss francs ($120.82 billion) aid for Credit Suisse's merger with UBS, leaving the fallen bank's hastily arranged rescue without a largely symbolic parliamentary blessing.

Bangkok Post

Credit Suisse failure 'would have crashed Swiss economy'

GENEVA: Switzerland’s finance minister says the country’s economy probably would have collapsed had Credit Suisse gone bankrupt.

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