Trump Open to Trade Talk Deadline Extension, But Says It Likely Won’t Be Needed

Trump Open to Extending Trade Deadline but Threatens New Tariffs

US President Donald Trump said late Wednesday that he is willing to extend the deadline for ongoing trade negotiations, though he believes such an extension will not be necessary. This signals a potential opening in the high-stakes trade talks while maintaining pressure on negotiating partners.

New Tariffs Within Two Weeks If Talks Falter

Despite this willingness to compromise on timing, Trump made it clear that he intends to unilaterally impose new tariffs within two weeks if trade discussions fail to meet expectations. This move reinforces his administration’s tough stance on trade imbalances and market access.

“I think the deadline could be extended, but I don’t think that will be necessary,” Trump said. “We’ll act if we must.”

Market Implications

The potential for fresh tariffs and uncertainty around the negotiation timeline could influence global markets, especially equities and commodities. Traders will watch closely for updates from White House trade officials and any responses from key trade partners, particularly China.

Key Points:

• Trump is open to extending trade talk deadlines.
• He does not expect the extension to be needed.
• Unilateral tariffs could be imposed within two weeks.
• Markets may react to trade uncertainty and policy shifts.

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