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International Trade

Tracking since May 19, 2026 · Latest signal Jul 21, 2026 · 143 matched data points · 24 unclear/no-match

Overall sentiment

Positive 27% (38)Negative 46% (66)Neutral 27% (39)Unclear 24 no-match

Daily sentiment

Claims (46)

Claims contributing to this aggregate. Confirmed negative claims count as negative impact; confirmed positive claims count as positive impact.

The U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 200% tariff on French wines and champagnes due to a disagreement with French President Emmanuel Macron.
Parent: International TradeEntity: U.S.-France Trade RelationsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 22, 2026Target: The imposition of 200% tariffs on French wines and champagnes by the U.S. President.19 matched entries19 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
German automotive suppliers are enhancing the business operations of Chinese automakers.
Parent: International TradeEntity: German Automotive SuppliersImpact: positiveDate: Apr 23, 2026 - Apr 27, 2026Target: German automotive suppliers' role in supporting Chinese automakers17 matched entries11 confirmed0 disputed6 neutral7 unclear
Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on Canadian goods such as hockey sticks, milk, alcohol, and cheese due to trade disputes.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Tariff ImpositionSub-entity: Canadian GoodsImpact: negativeDate: Jul 20, 2026 - Jul 21, 2026Target: The imposition of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods by Trump6 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed4 neutral8 unclear
Canadian laws prohibiting goods made with forced labor from China should also apply to U.S. goods produced with prison labor in Alabama.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Canadian Law on Forced LaborSub-entity: U.S. Goods with Prison LaborImpact: negativeDate: May 1, 2026Target: Canadian laws prohibiting goods made with forced labor from China should also apply to U.S. goods produced with prison labor in Alabama.5 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral2 unclear
EU-based chemical producers are seeking an investigation into a Chinese company's potential acquisition of a UK plant due to concerns over anti-dumping duties and market competition.
Parent: International TradeEntity: EU Chemical ProducersSub-entity: Titanium Dioxide IndustryImpact: negativeDate: Apr 18, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026Target: The European Commission's response to the request for an investigation into the Chinese company's acquisition.5 matched entries5 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The United States has initiated a process that could lead to billions of dollars in tariff refunds.
Parent: International TradeEntity: US TariffsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026 - Apr 21, 2026Target: The United States' tariff policy and its financial implications.5 matched entries5 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
A secret company in Cuba generates a 38% profit margin through exports and tourism.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Cuban Secret CompanyImpact: positiveDate: Apr 24, 2026Target: Profit margin of the secret company in Cuba through exports and tourism3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Canada and Mercosur are planning to sign a free trade deal this year.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Free Trade Deal Between Canada and MercosurImpact: positiveDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Canada and Mercosur are planning to sign a free trade deal this year.3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Canada and Mercosur are planning to sign a free trade deal this year.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Canada-Mercosur Free Trade DealImpact: neutralDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Canada and Mercosur are planning to sign a free trade deal this year.3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
China's trade surplus has reached a record $1 trillion due to a strategic pivot away from the US market.
Parent: International TradeEntity: ChinaSub-entity: Trade SurplusImpact: positiveDate: Dec 8, 2025Target: China's trade surplus reaching $1 trillion3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Restoring the Montana-Alberta power line to full capacity will reduce trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Trade TensionsSub-entity: Montana-Alberta Power LineImpact: positiveDate: Apr 17, 2026Target: Restoration of the power line to full capacity3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The U.S. is sending a trade representative to Mexico to review the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (T-MEC).
Parent: International TradeEntity: T-MECImpact: neutralDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The U.S. is sending a trade representative to Mexico to review the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (T-MEC).3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The U.S. trade tribunal ruled against a proposed import ban on new Apple Watches, supporting Apple's ability to continue exporting its products.
Parent: International TradeEntity: U.S. Trade TribunalSub-entity: Apple Watch Import BanImpact: positiveDate: Apr 18, 2026Target: The U.S. trade tribunal's decision on the Apple Watch import ban3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The US has initiated a billion-dollar tariff refund process to address trade disputes.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Tariff Refund ProcessImpact: neutralDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The effectiveness and fairness of the tariff refund process.3 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral0 unclear
The US has initiated a billion-dollar tariff refund process, which may impact international trade relations.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Tariff RefundsImpact: mixedDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The US tariff refund process and its impact on international trade relations.3 matched entries1 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear
The reimposition of restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz by Iran disrupts the flow of international oil trade.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 18, 2026Target: The reimposition of restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz by Iran3 matched entries3 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Alberta is seeking to increase trade with Asian countries, particularly South Korea, which is waiving oil tariffs and exploring investment opportunities in the province.
Parent: International TradeEntity: AlbertaImpact: positiveDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: Alberta's ability to increase trade with Asia2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Businesses impacted by Trump's tariffs can now claim refunds, indicating a potential reversal or adjustment of the policy's effects.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Trump's TariffsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The availability of refunds for businesses affected by Trump's tariffs2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
China has decided to exempt Egypt and other African countries from tariffs starting in May.
Parent: International TradeEntity: China's Tariff Exemption PolicySub-entity: Egypt and Other African CountriesImpact: positiveDate: Apr 23, 2026Target: China's tariff exemption policy for Egypt and other African countries2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
China is urging the Netherlands to correct a mistake regarding the control of the chipmaker Nexperia.
Parent: International TradeEntity: China-Netherlands Trade RelationsSub-entity: Nexperia Chipmaker ControlImpact: negativeDate: Dec 31, 2025Target: China's call for the Netherlands to correct its stance on Nexperia's control2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
China's decision to remove tariffs for all but one African nation may enhance trade opportunities for most African countries.
Parent: International TradeEntity: China-African Trade RelationsImpact: positiveDate: May 1, 2026Target: China's tariff removal policy2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear
Closing the Norwegian Strait would lead to substantial economic consequences for Norway and its trading partners.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Norwegian StraitImpact: negativeDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: Closing the Norwegian Strait2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear
Closing the Strait of Sweden would result in significant economic losses for the region.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Strait of SwedenImpact: negativeDate: Apr 22, 2026Target: Closing the Strait of Sweden2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear
France is proposing a 30% tariff on all Chinese imports.
Parent: International TradeEntity: FranceSub-entity: Trade PolicyImpact: negativeDate: Apr 26, 2026Target: France's proposal to impose a 30% tariff on all Chinese imports.2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
German exports to Iran decreased by 24.5% in 2025 compared to the previous year.
Parent: International TradeEntity: German-Iranian TradeImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: German exports to Iran2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Greek shipping firms continue to engage in trade through the Persian Gulf despite the security risks posed by the Strait of Hormuz.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Greek Shipping FirmsImpact: neutralDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: Greek shipping firms' continued trade through the Persian Gulf despite security risks2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
India and South Korea have committed to nearly doubling their trade volume to $50 billion by 2030.
Parent: International TradeEntity: India-South Korea trade agreementImpact: positiveDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: India and South Korea trade agreement2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Shipping companies are seeking clarifications before crossing the Strait of Hormuz due to heightened geopolitical tensions.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Shipping CompaniesSub-entity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 17, 2026Target: Shipping companies' operational decisions and safety concerns2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has significantly decreased due to heightened regional tensions.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Shipping through the Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026 - Apr 21, 2026Target: Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz2 matched entries1 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral3 unclear
The Australia-Brunei trade agreement is designed to ensure a stable supply of fuel and food for Australia.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Australia-Brunei Trade AgreementImpact: positiveDate: Apr 15, 2026Target: The Australia-Brunei trade agreement2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The Brazilian Confederation of Industry (CNI) proposes to double the volume of trade between Brazil and Germany within the next five years.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Brazil-Germany Trade RelationsImpact: positiveDate: Apr 19, 2026Target: The feasibility and impact of doubling trade between Brazil and Germany within five years.2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The Canadian Prime Minister has expressed concern that close economic ties with the United States have become a weakness.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Canada-US Economic RelationsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026 - Apr 20, 2026Target: The Canadian Prime Minister's concern about close economic ties with the United States becoming a weakness2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The EU-India Free Trade Agreement is negatively impacting the competitiveness of German automobiles in the Indian market.
Parent: International TradeEntity: EU-India Free Trade AgreementImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026 - Apr 23, 2026Target: The EU-India Free Trade Agreement's impact on German automobile sales in India2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral4 unclear
The European Union is Israel's largest trading partner, with goods trade reaching 42.6 billion euros in 2024.
Parent: International TradeEntity: European Union-Israel TradeImpact: positiveDate: Apr 21, 2026Target: The extent and significance of EU-Israel trade relations2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The European Union should not impose barriers on Brazilian biofuel exports.
Parent: International TradeEntity: European UnionSub-entity: Brazilian BiofuelImpact: negativeDate: Apr 19, 2026Target: The European Union's decision on Brazilian biofuel trade barriers2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical route for oil transportation to South Korea despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: positiveDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical route for oil transportation to South Korea despite ongoing geopolitical tensions.2 matched entries1 confirmed0 disputed1 neutral0 unclear
The U.S. government has launched a portal to reimburse customs duties, which facilitates easier access to this service for businesses.
Parent: International TradeEntity: U.S. Customs Duty Reimbursement PortalImpact: positiveDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The effectiveness and accessibility of the U.S. customs duty reimbursement portal.2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear
The acquisition of Metro Supply Chain Group by Nippon Express signifies a strategic expansion of Japanese business interests in Canada.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Nippon ExpressSub-entity: Acquisition of Metro Supply Chain GroupImpact: positiveDate: Apr 21, 2026Target: Strategic expansion of Japanese business interests in Canada2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear
The funding deficit for African trade exceeds 100 billion dollars.
Parent: International TradeEntity: African TradeImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The funding deficit for African trade exceeding 100 billion dollars2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The global disappearance of Palestinian olive oil from supermarket shelves is due to geopolitical tensions and trade restrictions.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Palestinian Olive Oil ExportsImpact: negativeDate: Jul 17, 2026Target: The global disappearance of Palestinian olive oil from supermarket shelves2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear
The government-to-government fuel import model in Kenya is facing scrutiny due to potential inefficiencies and market distortions.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Government-to-Government Fuel ImportsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 20, 2026Target: The government-to-government fuel import model2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The port of Barcelona has become the primary transit route for MTBE, a component of gasoline, to Israel since October 2023.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Barcelona's PortImpact: negativeDate: Jul 8, 2026Target: The port of Barcelona's role in facilitating the transport of MTBE to Israel2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
The shipping activity in the Strait of Hormuz remains at a low level despite the reported US-Iran ceasefire.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 10, 2026Target: The level of shipping activity in the Strait of Hormuz2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Trump's imposition of 50% tariffs on certain Canadian goods is a response to trade disputes and previous threats over wildfire smoke.
Parent: International TradeEntity: U.S.-Canada Trade RelationsImpact: negativeDate: Jul 20, 2026 - Jul 21, 2026Target: Trump's imposition of 50% tariffs on certain Canadian goods2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear
Trump's imposition of a 50% tariff on Canadian imports is intended to protect American industries from foreign competition.
Parent: International TradeEntity: Tariffs on Canadian ImportsImpact: negativeDate: Jul 20, 2026Target: Trump's imposition of a 50% tariff on Canadian imports2 matched entries0 confirmed0 disputed2 neutral0 unclear
US tariffs on Türkiye are prompting the country to adopt carbon trading as a means to maintain its competitive edge in supplying Europe's material needs.
Parent: International TradeEntity: US TariffsImpact: negativeDate: Apr 18, 2026Target: US tariffs on Türkiye2 matched entries2 confirmed0 disputed0 neutral0 unclear