Dr. Matthew Metzgar UNC-Charlotte Economics professor
WPTF Afternoon News · WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680
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Show Notes
President Donald Trump’s decision late Monday to impose tariffs on imported aluminum and steel makes it more expensive for American companies buying the materials from other countries. Some economists think the tariffs will make things more difficult for all involved. UNC Charlotte Economics Professor Dr. Matthew Metzgar sad the tariffs are doing more harm than help. Steel imports will have 25% tariffs and aluminum tariffs will also have 25% tariffs, a hike from the original 10% Trump ordered in 2018. Dr. Metzgar joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the impact that steel tariffs will have.