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In a move that threatens to ignite a new transatlantic trade war, US President Donald Trump vowed to immediately impose a 100% tariff on European countries that impose a digital tax, superseding existing trade agreements. According to The Guardian, the threat aims to deter European nations from continuing to tax US technology giants, potentially affecting countries like France, Italy, and Spain that already have digital service taxes in place.
The threat comes as Washington has long sought to block European efforts to implement a digital tax, arguing it discriminates against US companies. European digital taxes typically range from 2% to 3% of revenue generated in those markets, a level the US administration considers unacceptable. Analysts warn that Trump's escalation could prompt retaliatory European tariffs on US goods such as automobiles and agricultural products.
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Sign InInvestors are closely watching the expected European response, with ECB President Christine Lagarde scheduled to speak on June 22, 2026, possibly addressing the bloc's stance. Markets are also monitoring eurozone and US consumer confidence data and Fed officials' remarks. Any further escalation could weigh on the euro and European equities while boosting demand for safe-haven assets.