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U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Thursday in a television interview that President Donald Trump will “likely” suspend the 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico for most products and services for a month, broadening an exemption that was granted on Wednesday only to autos

Bitcoin pumped Wednesday night after Commerce chief Howard Lutnick said he is expecting a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve to be announced at the first White House crypto summit on Friday.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick hinted President Trump is already considering tariff concessions.

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH25) are trending up +0.73% this morning, rebounding from yesterday’s losses after U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the Trump administration might dial down some trade tariffs.

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President Trump supports Ukrainian President Zelensky and prioritizes peace and diplomacy in the region, as confirmed by Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick.

Commerce Secretary proposes separating government spending from GDP reports for enhanced economic measurement and stability.

Howard Lutnick's remarks came in response to concerns over whether the spending cuts advocated by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) might lead to a recession.

Secretary Lutnick hedged his bets about the economic sanctions being leveled against Canada and Mexico from tomorrow—and refused to rule out a 25% import duty.