Two Minutes in Trade

Episod

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  Two Minutes in Trade - The Tariff Hat Trick: Three Grievances, Three More Days 20.08.2026 2min

  Tariff timeout for Canada as President Trump delays 50% tariffs on Canadian goods by 3 days. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - When Trusted Trader Needs a Tech Upgrade 18.08.2026 3min

  Are fast passes for cargo coming soon? Greater supply chain visibility is a must - can AI offer a way for goods to clear for entry faster?  Listen for more info on Two Minutes in Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - Administration Hits the Snooze Button on Congressional Tariff Alarm 17.08.2026 3min

  When "shall" means "eventually". Sloppy Congressional timelines in law lead to greater uncertainty for traders. Listen for details on Two Minutes in Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - CTPAT or Catch-22? Brokers Get a New Opportunity…with New Liability 16.08.2026 3min

  CBP's CTPAT alert for non-resident importers creates a market differentiator for CPTAT validated brokers, but with it comes some significant importer vetting responsibilities. What is the optimal approach for the trade community and CBP?
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  Two Minutes in Trade - When AI Becomes the Border Patrol 13.08.2026 3min

  Detective Border and the case of the wandering origin. New White House paper announces widespread illegal transshipping and a new AI-based border initiative. Listen for more on Two Minutes In Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - Washington Turns Up the Heat on Canada 12.08.2026 3min

  TMIT Canada's tariff cliffhanger. One week before 50% tariffs on Canadian exports- will the countries resolve it before then?  Listen to Two Minutes in Trade for more details. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - Beijing's Sneak Preview on Excess Capacity 11.08.2026 3min

  Beijing's spin cycle - washing away the "so-called" excess capacity problem. Listen for more o info on Two Minutes in Trade.
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  Two Minutes in Trade - Got a Deficit? Here's a Tariff 10.08.2026 3min

  Red ink, Red Alert. When a trade deficit means tariffs - a new bill would give authority to the President to impose more tariffs. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - New Sec. 232 Polysilicon Tariffs 07.08.2026 3min

  New Section 232 polysilicon tariffs add duties, minimum import prices, and incentives for U.S. production. For more information, listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade.      By Mark J. Segrist
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  Two Minutes in Trade - The Fight Over IEEPA Tariff Refunds 06.08.2026 3min

  The CIT is weighing whether to certify a class action for IEEPA tariff refund. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - It's (Still) All About the Deal 05.08.2026 3min

  The Trump Administration's latest Section 232 aluminum action illustrates a broader shift toward trade policy by negotiation, linking tariff relief to concrete onshoring and investment commitments. The new program reinforces a growing Administration strategy in which both governments and companies can obtain tariff accommodations by reaching deals that advance U.S. manufacturing and supply chain objectives. By Edward Steiner
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  Two Minutes in Trade - When Oom-Pah-Pah Becomes a National Security Concern 04.08.2026 3min

  Tuba tariffs hit a sour note. Commerce proposes adding derivative products to the steel/aluminum/copper 232 tariffs. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - The Tariff Train Rolls On 03.08.2026 3min

  Friday night was a tariff two-fer!  New tariffs on patented pharmaceuticals and soon new tariffs on quartz surface products. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - Forced Labor Frenzy: From Critic to Enforcer 01.08.2026 3min

  Forced labor enforcement is re-gaining momentum with 43 new entities added to the UFLPA Entity List on top of the recently issued Section 301 tariffs. Importers should prepare for more scrutiny and enforcement. By Lenny P. Feldman
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  Two Minutes in Trade - FCC Expands Security Restrictions to Connected Energy and Robotics Tech 30.07.2026 4min

  The FCC's new power play means certain connected technology may be banned from import/sale/marketing. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - Excess Capacity Meets Tariff Capacity: Is USTR Running Out of Room on Tariffs? 29.07.2026 4min

  Importers are watching to see whether upcoming Section 301 tariffs on 16 economies will add to forced-labor duties and conflict with existing trade agreements. For more information, listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - Russia Sanctions Bill Could Advance as Senate Honors Graham 28.07.2026 3min

  Congress is telegraphing a 500% Message to Moscow. Listen for details on possible new Russia sanctions and tariffs on Two Minutes In Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - Wyden Bill Puts the Tariff Gavel Back in Congress's Hands 27.07.2026 3min

  From the ART of the deal to an Act of Congress. New bill would put Congress back in the driver's seat on Trade Policy. Listen for more on Two Minutes In Trade. 
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  Two Minutes in Trade - U.S. Imposes New Section 301 Forced Labor Tariffs 24.07.2026 3min

  A new set of Section 301 tariffs now affects nearly all U.S. imports.  For more information, listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade.  
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  Two Minutes in Trade - When Tariffs Move the Goalposts 23.07.2026 2min

  From ball chasing to a compliance game plan - get your team in shape to avoid a CBP red card! Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.