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The Lowdown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This week, President Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled a US-UK trade deal\u2014the first since steep tariffs were imposed in April. The agreement slashes tariffs on UK steel and aluminium to 0%, cuts car tariffs 27.5% to 10% for up to 100,000 vehicles, and expands US tariff-free access to British agricultural markets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agreement is expected to generate US$6 billion in new tariff revenue for the US Treasury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged at 4.25%\u20134.5% during its May meeting, citing economic uncertainty from global trade disruptions. It continues to hold a cautious stance and a \u201cwait and see\u201d approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, while the deal offers sector-specific relief, ongoing tariff volatility could continue to pressure inflation and employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What This Means For You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The US-UK trade deal signals near-term gains for sectors like autos, steel, and agriculture. The trade deal provides relief to sectors like the UK\u2019s automotive and steel industries, while offering US farmers expanded export opportunities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the agreement’s limited scope and the ongoing 10% baseline tariff on British goods suggest that broader trade tensions persist. The Federal Reserve’s decision to maintain interest rates at 4.25%\u20134.5% amid economic uncertainties also indicates a cautious approach to monetary policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For investors, this means staying diversified is critical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Core Equity100<\/strong> offers exposure to a diversified global equity portfolio, potentially benefiting from sectors poised to capitalise on trade agreements. Our Smart Beta strategy optimises your portfolio\u2019s equity component to outperform the markets over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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