What's Next for Trade as Trump Ups Global Tariff to 15%
Bloomberg Markets and Finance
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February 23, 2026 at 12:15 PM UTC
Neutral
90% Confidence
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Key Points
- The global tariff rate will increase from 10% to 15% on Tuesday, lasting for 150 days.
- This short-term tariff creates 'a lot of questions' for trading partners regarding the continuation of negotiations and long-term strategies.
- Countries like Australia and the UK, previously at 10%, will see a 50% increase in their tariff rate, while existing bilateral trade deals and sectoral tariffs are also impacted.
AI Summary
President Trump is raising the global tariff rate from 10% to 15%, effective Tuesday, for a temporary 150-day period. This move introduces significant uncertainty for US trading partners, forcing them to re-evaluate existing bilateral trade deals and future negotiations. The changes impact countries differently based on their prior tariff rates, leading to widespread confusion.
Model Analysis Breakdown
| Model | Sentiment | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 2.5 Flash | Neutral | 90% |
| Consensus | Neutral | 90% |