Trump Exempts Smartphones from Reciprocal Tariffs: What It Means for Consumers and the Global Tech Industry
- Miguel Virgen, PhD Student in Business
- Apr 16
- 7 min read
April (Doctors In Business Journal) - In a surprising turn of events that sent waves through the global technology sector, former President Donald Trump announced a major exemption in his tariff policy—smartphones would be spared from the sweeping reciprocal tariffs that had triggered economic tensions between the United States and its trading partners. This move came as part of a broader strategy to realign U.S. trade relations while minimizing domestic disruptions in key consumer markets. While the decision pleased American consumers and major tech companies, it also stirred debate about the long-term efficacy of such selective protectionism.
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