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West Midlands Exposure to USA Import Tariffs Briefing: 3rd April 2025
On 2nd April 2025, President Donald Trump announced new import tariffs on goods entering the USA, including a 25% tariff on imported cars. With the West Midlands a major UK exporter to the US, this move is expected to bring significant challenges, especially for the region’s automotive sector, home to Jaguar Land Rover and Aston Martin. This briefing explores what this means for the West Midlands
Black Country Business Dudley Economy Insights Places Sandwell Walsall West Midlands Wolverhampton
Local Sites and Employees Linked to Trade in Goods
The number of local sites and employees across the Black Country area linked to a business carrying out international trade in goods.
Black Country Business Insights
Midlands Engine Regional Economic Impact Monitor: Edition 56
Regional Economic Impact Monitor: Edition 56
Business Economy England Insights Midlands Engine Places
Regional Household Final Consumption Expenditure
Estimates of household spending and saving
Economy Insights People West Midlands
Housing Affordability
House price to income ratio for the Black Country area
Black Country Insights
WMCA Economic Dashboard
A dashboard showcasing an array of information relating to the economy of the WMCA
Economy West Midlands
West Midlands Regional Trade in Goods: 2024
Latest trends for the West Midlands region on trade in goods.
Business Insights West Midlands
Labour Demand & Occupational Shortages
Insights into what skills employers are seeking
Black Country Insights People West Midlands
Sandwell Economic Dashboard
A dashboard showcasing an array of information relating to the economy of Sandwell
Business Economy People Places Sandwell
Walsall Economic Dashboard
A dashboard showcasing an array of information relating to the economy of Walsall
Business Economy People Places Walsall