On the previous day the price of the foreign currency was fired and this Friday, in addition, the impact of the announcement of the tariffs that will begin to govern this week by the United States will weigh on the local market.
The Argentine assets They are tested this Friday in the middle of a Global uncertainty wave after it was known that the president of USA, Donald Trump, raised tariffs to almost 70 economies, From the current level of 10% imposed in April that will begin to govern this week. In addition, local exchange volatility weighs in assets.
It should be remembered that, On the previous day, the official dollar touched the $ 1,380 for the sale of the National Bank, $ 55 above the previous closureto accumulate a 14%jump throughout July. In a retail market, measuring the Central Bank (BCRA), crossed the $ 1,367.32while the currency supply was ran and the demand remained firm.
Trump’s tariffs begin to govern and there is global caution
Trump raised tariffs to almost 70 economies, from the current level of 10% imposed in April, when he imposed “reciprocal” tariffs claiming unfair commercial practices. The new levels, higher, listed in an executive order, vary according to the commercial partner and reach up to 41%.
As of Thursday, August 7, 2025, new tariffs imposed by the administration of Donald Trump will enter into force, which will affect a wide range of products imported to the United States.
The 10%base tariff will be applied to all imports, with certain exceptions for strategic products such as oil, gas and critical minerals. As for specific tariffs by country: European Union, Japan and South Korea They will have 15%, and Canada 35% in products that do not meet the terms of the T-MEC
TO Brazil It touches 50%, due to digital policies and internal legal actions, meanwhile, Mexico It maintains existing tariffs, including 25% in certain products and 50% in metals, and China It has a threat of new tariffs if an agreement is not reached before August 12.
Among the most impacted sectors are Ceramics, steel, aluminum, cars and agricultural products. For example, the ceramic industry of Castellón, Spain, could face losses of up to 100 million euros due to a 15% tariff
Source: Ambito
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