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Trade, tariffs and the forces that shape everyday life.

Economics

Silicon Valley on a Tariff Tightrope

Tariffs and trade tensions are putting new pressure on the technology industry, raising costs for major companies, startups, data centers, and consumers. The article examines how attempts to strengthen domestic manufacturing can also disrupt global supply chains, slow investment, and make everyday technology more expensive.

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