Trump Says Gold Will Not Be Tariffed

Why this matters: Trump's decision provides clarity and stability to the gold market, preventing potential disruptions to international gold flows and reassuring investors.

On Monday, President Donald Trump used a Truth Social post to announce that gold would not be subject to tariffs, effectively nullifying a recent ruling by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. The customs ruling had stated that 1 kilogram and 100-ounce gold cast bars from Switzerland would be subject to a 39% tariff, as part of Trump's reciprocal tariffs imposed on various U.S. trade partners beginning August 7.

The ruling would have affected not only Switzerland but also any country exporting these types of gold bars to the U.S., potentially impacting contracts on The Commodity Exchange (COMEX). The Swiss Precious Metals Association had cautioned that this decision could negatively impact the international flow of physical gold&ref=yanuki.com.

Trump's reversal led to an immediate market reaction, with gold futures closing 2.48% lower at $3,404.70 per ounce. This situation highlights the sensitivity of the gold market to policy changes and trade regulations.

The ruling was based on Trump's reciprocal tariffs imposed on various U.S. trade partners.

Not only Switzerland, but also any country exporting specific types of gold bars to the U.S.

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