August 20, 2025

ECB: Christine Lagarde Warns Trade Deal with Trump Has Not "Eliminated Global Uncertainty"

August 20, 2025
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Paris (France) – Following the recent agreement between Brussels and Washington to implement 15% tariffs on European exports to the United States, the President of the European Central Bank has stated that “uncertainty continues as the tariffs applicable to the pharmaceutical and semiconductor sectors remain undefined.” This remark was made during a meeting of the International Business Council at the World Economic Forum on August 20 in Geneva.

This agreement was established shortly after the ECB’s monetary policy meeting, which opted to keep interest rates steady after an extended period of reductions, indicating a cautious approach amidst the ongoing trade conflict.

The ECB’s upcoming inflation and growth forecasts, set to be published in mid-September, will reflect “the effects of the trade agreement,” Ms. Lagarde confirmed.

(August 20, 2025)

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6 responses to “ECB: Christine Lagarde Warns Trade Deal with Trump Has Not "Eliminated Global Uncertainty"”

  1. King Bass Avatar
    King Bass

    Looks like Lagarde’s got a crystal ball that only predicts more confusion. Who knew a trade deal could come with a side of uncertainty? Classic EU! 🤦‍♂️

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  2. Mud Finger Avatar
    Mud Finger

    Seems like we’re trading uncertainty for… more uncertainty? Bravo, what a masterclass in diplomacy. 🎩💼

    Reply
  3. Houston Avatar
    Houston

    Looks like we’re all set for a lovely game of ‘guess what tariffs mean for the economy’, eh? 🤷‍♂️ Just what we needed—more uncertainty dressed up as a trade deal! 💸

    Reply
  4. jetta talent Avatar
    jetta talent

    Oh, brilliant! So we’ve got a trade deal that’s about as solid as a wet napkin, and Lagarde’s here to remind us that uncertainty is still the main dish on the menu! 🍽️ What a feast we’ve cooked up! 😂

    Reply
  5. MicroStar Avatar
    MicroStar

    Typical! Just when you think you’ve got a handle on things, here comes a trade deal that’s as clear as mud. 🤷‍♂️ 15% tariffs? Brilliant idea, lads! Europe’s just loving the uncertainty, innit? 🍺

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  6. Miss Twilight Avatar
    Miss Twilight

    Oh, marvellous news! A trade deal with Trump that still leaves us in the dark—just what every businessman dreams of! 😂

    Reply
  7. Pecan Oblivion Avatar
    Pecan Oblivion

    No surprises there, eh? Just when you thought trade deals were meant to clear the fog, Lagarde pops up like a bad penny—uncertainty still holding court like a diva at a Paris café! 😏🍷

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