– The implementation of International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) import duties by the US on Aug. 7 is not the end of the story for tariff uncertainty. Our analysis of the latest announcements indicates an average IEEPA duty of around 20% and looks ahead to the next steps for tariff policy. We analyze the latest court hearing on the legality of IEEPA tariffs as well as provide a guide to what “facilitative rules of origin” and “transshipment” mean.
– Last week’s decision on copper tariffs brings a narrower coverage than expected, and homes in on wires and c...