Publisher's Synopsis
About This Book
Tariffs stand at the crossroads of economic policy and global power struggles, simultaneously wielded as shields for domestic industries, weapons in trade wars, and levers of geopolitical influence. This book delivers a penetrating analysis of tariffs through three critical lenses:
Historical Roots: Trace how tariffs evolved from ancient trade taxes to today's high-stakes economic bargaining chips.
Economic Realities: Discover who truly wins (protected industries) and loses (consumers, exporters) when tariffs are imposed.
Modern Warfare: Examine how 21st-century trade conflicts, like the U.S.-China showdown-are rewriting the rules of global commerce.
With case studies ranging from the disastrous Smoot-Hawley tariffs to today's battles over semiconductors and green energy, this investigation answers the pivotal question: In an era of interconnected supply chains and AI-driven globalization, do tariffs still work, or do they backfire?
Key Features:
✔️ Data-Driven Insights: Charts and studies reveal tariff impacts on prices, jobs, and GDP
✔️ Global Perspective: Analysis of U.S., EU, and emerging market strategies
✔️ Future Outlook: How climate policies and tech wars will reshape trade barriers
Whether you're an entrepreneur navigating supply chains, a policymaker weighing protectionism, or a citizen concerned about rising prices, this book equips you with the knowledge to understand one of today's most potent, and controversial, economic tools.
