#Levies
American levies on Chinese goods will drop from at least 145% to 30% for an initial period of 90 days, while Chinese levies are set to fall from at least 125% to 10% on American goods.
The U.S. and China announce a deal to cut tariffs, temporarily easing trade war
American levies on Chinese goods will drop from at least 145% to 30% for an initial period of 90 days, while Chinese levies are set to fall from at least 125% to 10% on American goods.
www.npr.org
May 12, 2025 at 10:16 AM
France, Spain and six other countries launch solidarity coalition for levies on premium flyers and private jets

‪@globalsolidaritylevies.org‬
#climatecrisis
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Eight countries launch solidarity coalition for levies on premium flyers | Global Solidarity Levies Task Force
The Global Solidarity Levies Task Force brings together countries from around the world to advance options for international levelies that will raise much needed revenue for the fight against climate ...
solidaritylevies.org
July 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
WASHINGTON (AP) - 25 states sue over Trump's latest tariffs, calling them pretext for replacing levies Supreme Court struck down.
August 3, 2026 at 8:45 PM
“.. after a previous set of levies was struck down by the Supreme Court in February.”

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May 7, 2026 at 10:04 PM
“.. the first large American company to do so since the Supreme Court found the sweeping levies illegal.”

@financialtimes.com #$FDX
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February 24, 2026 at 1:13 AM
excellent subhead snark from the FT
October 7, 2026 at 12:55 PM
The logistics and freight company is the first major U.S. firm to sue for tariff refunds after the Supreme Court deemed Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ levies as unlawful.
FedEx Sues Trump Administration Seeking Tariff Refunds
The logistics and freight company is the first major U.S. firm to sue for tariff refunds after the Supreme Court deemed Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ levies as unlawful.
www.forbes.com
February 24, 2026 at 10:50 AM
Jack Daniel’s maker says Canada pulling US alcohol off shelves ‘worse than tariff.’

CEO Lawson Whiting calls Canada’s move ‘disproportionate response’ to levies imposed by Trump administration.

Cry harder. Thoughts and prayers.

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Jack Daniel’s maker says Canada pulling US alcohol off shelves ‘worse than tariff’
CEO Lawson Whiting calls Canada’s move ‘disproportionate response’ to levies imposed by Trump administration
www.theguardian.com
March 5, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Paris is pushing Brussels to raise more funds through EU-wide levies on American tech giants and foreign polluters.

The European Parliament in May proposed new levies on cryptocurrency companies, digital giants, and online gambling. France and Spain tentatively supported these ideas.
June 29, 2026 at 7:51 AM
Tariffs have not yet meaningfully affected broader inflation data, but the levies will soon cause inflation to shoot back up to the highest level since 2023, according to Goldman Sachs economists.
Almost 90% Of Americans Concerned About Inflation—Before Tariffs Even Kick In
Tariffs have not yet meaningfully affected broader inflation data, but the levies will soon cause inflation to shoot back up to the highest level since 2023, according to Goldman Sachs economists.
www.forbes.com
July 4, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Europe Can Act 'Within an Hour' if US Levies Tariffs - Germany's Scholz: BERLIN (Reuters) - Europe is prepared to respond "within an hour" if the United States levies tariffs against the European Union, German Chancellor...
Europe Can Act 'Within an Hour' if US Levies Tariffs - Germany's Scholz
BERLIN (Reuters) - Europe is prepared to respond "within an hour" if the United States levies tariffs against the European Union, German Chancellor...
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February 9, 2025 at 9:26 PM
President Claudia Sheinbaum suggested Mexico could respond to Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs with levies of its own, warning the economic consequences would be dire
Mexico Hints at Retaliation to Trump’s Tariff Threats
President Claudia Sheinbaum suggested Mexico could respond to Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs with levies of its own, warning the economic consequences would be dire.
www.bloomberg.com
November 26, 2024 at 6:59 PM
Elbows* up.

*Electricity Levies Because Of Washington's Stupidity
March 11, 2025 at 3:54 PM
This is huge news: eight countries including France and Spain have launched a solidarity coalition for levies on premium flyers (first and business class & private jets).

“New levies on premium flyers can raise vital funds for climate and development."
solidaritylevies.org/eight-countr...
Eight countries launch solidarity coalition for levies on premium flyers | Global Solidarity Levies Task Force
The Global Solidarity Levies Task Force brings together countries from around the world to advance options for international levelies that will raise much needed revenue for the fight against climate ...
solidaritylevies.org
July 3, 2025 at 4:14 PM
He still can't grasp import levies.
September 6, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Canadian PM Trudeau announces 25% retaliatory tariffs on some US goods in response to new Trump levies, escalating a global trade war cnn.it/4knZFo6
March 4, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum said she instructed the economy minister to kick off a response plan that includes retaliatory tariffs against the US’s promised 25% levies.
Mexico Pledges Tariffs Against US While Calling for Cooperation
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum said she instructed the economy minister to kick off a response plan that includes retaliatory tariffs against the US’s promised 25% levies.
www.bloomberg.com
February 2, 2025 at 1:48 AM
FITCH: “.. US Effective Tariff Rate May Jump to 19.4% with New Reciprocal Levies”
July 18, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Trump expanded his tariffs on U.S. trade partners in August, as new data suggests the levies diminished trade.
U.S. Trade Deficit Shrank In August As Trump’s Tariffs Took Effect, Delayed Data Shows
Trump expanded his tariffs on U.S. trade partners in August, as new data suggests the levies diminished trade.
www.forbes.com
November 19, 2025 at 3:50 PM
“.. Mattel Inc., one of the world’s biggest toymakers, on Tuesday laid bare the impact of trade levies on its business. .. Retailers have delayed holiday orders because of the uncertainty ..”

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October 22, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Reeves considers cut to green levies to reduce cost of energy bills.

Cut bills by cutting profiteering, change Ofgem's marginal pricing method, improve housing, nationalise energy.

Fund green levies through general taxation. Take equity stake for govt subsidies. There must be no free cash.
Reeves considers cut to green levies in effort to reduce cost of energy bills
Exclusive: Chancellor hopes to save up to £170 from average bill but industry insiders say move would be ‘disastrous’
www.theguardian.com
November 5, 2025 at 9:50 AM
Canada retaliated against Donald Trump’s new tariffs with 25% levies on many US imports reut.rs/4jDi9Rl
Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on long-time ally
Canada will retaliate against President Donald Trump'snew tariffs with 25% levies on a raft of U.S. imports, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Saturday, warning Americans that Trump's actions would have real consequences for them.
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February 2, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Trump reiterated today that tariffs will be coming against Canada and Mexico on Saturday, although he said the scope of those levies is still up in the air. Canada and Mexico are the top U.S. trading partners, and his ongoing tariff threats have sparked fears of an economically damaging trade war.
Trump promises tariffs on Canada, Mexico on Feb. 1
His threat of 25% levies has sparked fears of a trade war.
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January 30, 2025 at 11:03 PM
According to the Ohio Library Council, 69% of voters across the state approve of what the current library systems are doing, and out of 88 counties, 13 different public library systems across the state were on the ballot for levies. Among these levies, all of them passed
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Ohio voters pass public funding levies for libraries across the state
Voters made their voices heard on a number of issues during last week's primary election.
www.wtol.com
May 12, 2025 at 2:07 PM
The new levies will replace global tariffs set to expire Friday.
Trump Reimposing Tariffs On 60 Countries, Citing Forced Labor
The new levies will replace global tariffs set to expire Friday.
www.forbes.com
July 23, 2026 at 9:35 PM