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The European Union has decided to hold off on imposing retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods that were set to begin Monday.
The European Union could hit the United States with counter-tariffs on 93 billion euros ($109 billion) worth of U.S. goods if the two sides fail to reach a trade deal by Washington's August 1 deadline for imposing import levies.
Trump's promise to strengthen the U.S. auto sector often runs counter to his trade actions, leaving automakers frustrated and confused.
President Donald Trump's announcement of 30% tariffs on the European Union will have repercussions for companies and consumers on both sides of the Atlantic.
Citi economist Katsuhiko Aiba said the U.S.-Japan trade deal could influence the course of talks with other major auto exporters, namely the EU and South Korea.
Trade pact would lower tariffs on car imports from Japan to 15% from 25%, spurring hope that other countries could get similar deals.