US President Donald Trump announced his plan to raise tariffs on foreign steel imports from 25 per cent to 50 per cent.
This significant increase could lead to higher prices for steel, which is essential for housing, vehicles, and various other products.
Since Trump took office, the prices of steel products have increased by approximately 16 per cent, according to the US Government’s Producer Price Index.
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