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Ellen Jennings-Trace

Trump announces 100% tariffs on semiconductor makers - but Apple won't be hit, and this key chipmaker will also escape sanctions

US flags.
  • Trump adminstration is imposing 100% tariffs on semiconductors
  • However TSMC looks to be exempt
  • The news comes alongside a $100 billion Apple investment in US manufacturing

The Trump presidency has been underscored by consistent but evolving threats of tariffs on just about all trading partners and industries - and has now imposed a 100% tariff levy on semiconductors being imported into the US.

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