Tariffs offer ‘Trump trade’ Pollyannas a quick reality check

A cloud hangs over the Trump optimism after the president slapped 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and 10% on China. — Reuters

“I DON’T like Trump, but...”

This common refrain was heard throughout a major investor conference held in Miami last week, reflecting the financial industry’s overwhelming optimism that the US president’s economic agenda will make both Wall Street and Main Street great again.