208: The Economic Impact of Tariffs: How the New U.S. Tariff Policy is Shaping Global Markets

Trade policies have always been a critical aspect of global economies and recent developments in U.S. tariff policy have sparked global market volatility and discussions around the impact on inflation. The latest tariff announcements have sent ripples through the markets, affecting various sectors, and raising questions about their long-term impact. But what exactly is the impact of the new tariff policies and how will they influence US businesses, global supply chains and the broader financial market? 

In this episode of The Bid, an investing podcast from BlackRock, we dive into the latest developments in trade policies and their impact on global economies. Joining Oscar to unpack these developments is Glenn Purves Global head of Macro in the BlackRock Investment Institute and Catherine Kress, Head of Geopolitical Research and Strategy at BlackRock.

This episode was recorded at 2pm, February 5th, 2025.

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