Track every tariff turn - without scrolling endless headlines. Tariff Pulse distills the latest U.S.– China trade-war moves, as well as a global tariff related updates, duty changes, and policy signals into colour-coded cards that flag risk or relief at a glance. Short summaries give you the high-level view of what happened and why it matters to e-commerce sellers and U.S. importers or those selling into the US - whether the impact is on landed cost, cash-flow, or sourcing strategy.
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Tariff thaw deepens: Trump claims zero-tariff offer from India, US eases China levies Positive ↑
• Trump says India is ready to drop tariffs on US goods “to literally zero” as part of a new trade deal, while also pressuring Apple to shift production back to the US.• Meanwhile, the US just halved its “de minimis” China tariff to 54%, and China lifted its Boeing ban—sending strong signals of de-…
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Big De Minimis Update: Tariff lifeline for DTC e-commerce sellers & dropshippers! Positive ↑
Yesterday’s blanket tariff cut (145 % → 30 %) was a win - today’s Executive Order keeps the direct-to-consumer model alive.Yesterday’s blanket tariff cuts (145 % → 30 %) were a win, but today’s Executive order will make even more people happy, especially those shipping direct-to-consumer.In short,…
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Rumor: China team walks out of Geneva tariff talks—hardening stance or headline noise? Negative ↓
Brian Krassenstein’s tweet (unconfirmed by officials) claims Vice-Premier He Lifeng quit mid-meeting with U.S. Treasury chief Scott Bessent. If true, any near-term “cool-down” hopes could freeze, leaving 145 % tariffs in place a while longer. Spot anything credible on your end? Drop it…
See MoreTrump says 80% tariff on Chinese goods "seems right". Positive ↑
• In a Truth Social post, Trump says an 80 % duty “seems right,” adding Treasury chief Scott Bessent will decide.• Bessent and chief negotiator Jamieson Greer head to Geneva this weekend for what the White House calls a first de-escalation step.• Definitely showing signs of backing down, but I…
See MoreUS may slash China tariffs to 50% as trade talks kick off Positive ↑
• The Trump administration is weighing a major cut to China’s 145% tariff—possibly dropping it to 50–54% as early as next week, sources say.• Retailers like Walmart and Target have already begun prepping pricing scenarios, and toy importers are holding shipments until there's clarity.• Even at 50…
See MoreNew US–UK deal slashes trade barriers and opens $5B in export potential for US producers Positive ↑
• Trump and Starmer announced a trade agreement offering major wins for American beef, ethanol, and aerospace, with over $5B in new export access.• The deal retains a baseline 10% reciprocal tariff but cuts duties on key sectors—UK cars get limited 10% access before 25% kicks in.• Importers and…
See MoreTrump weighs baby product tariff exemptions, but warns against too many carve-outs Positive ↑
• The White House is considering exempting child care goods like cribs and baby formula from tariffs, but Trump says he’s hesitant to complicate the system with too many carve-outs.• Over 70% of baby products sold in the U.S. come from China, and industry groups warn families will feel the pinch.•…
See MoreUS-China to kick off tariff talks in Switzerland this week, but quick deal unlikely Positive ↑
• High-level US-China trade talks will begin May 9–12, with Treasury Secretary Bessent and China’s Vice Premier He Lifeng attending the first face-to-face since January.• Both sides say they’re open to talks, but remain firm—China vows to fight to the end if needed, while Bessent says this round is…
See MoreUS stocks drop as Bessent confirms no China trade talks, Trump says US doesn’t ‘have to sign’ deals Negative ↓
• Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sparked a midday market rally by saying the U.S. had received “good offers” and may finalize major trade deals “as early as this week.”• But Trump undercut that optimism, telling reporters the U.S. doesn’t need to sign any deals—“they want a piece of our market,…
See MoreUK-India free trade deal slashes steep tariffs on whisky, gin, cars, and Indian exports Positive ↑
• Britain and India just signed a sweeping free trade agreement cutting tariffs on goods like Scotch, gin, cars, and Indian textiles, food, and jewelry.• British whisky and gin will see tariffs fall from 150% to 40%, while India gains near full duty-free access for exports like textiles, footwear,…
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