Escalation in the Digital Trade War: Trump Threatens 100% Retaliatory Tariffs on Digital Services Taxes

By PYMNTS June 26, 2026 In a major escalation of international trade tensions, President Donald Trump announced on Friday, June 26, 2026, a hardline policy shift regarding the taxation of American technology firms abroad. Through a statement released via Truth Social, the President declared that the United States would impose a 100% tariff on all…

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    The Great Stall: Analyzing the Economic Ripple Effects of the U.S.-Iran De-escalation

    The geopolitical landscape of the Middle East underwent a significant, albeit tentative, shift this past weekend as the United States and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at de-escalating regional tensions. For the global economy—and more specifically, the U.S. housing market—this development serves as a potential pivot point. As the Strait of Hormuz,…

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