Reports that Bessent threatens Japan with 25% tariff if Trump is unhappy

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Eamonn Sheridan
24/07/2025 | 01:44 GMT
  • Japan tariffs could go back to 25% if Trump unhappy: Bessent
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Seeing this on social media from a few peeps:

That US Treas Sec Bessent says Japan tariffs could go back to 25% if Trump is not happy.

USD/JPY has dropped back under 146.00

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