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What does Trump's new 10% tariff mean for consumers?

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President Trump's new global 10% tariff comes into force today, and could rise to 15% for all of the US's trade partners.

We find out what it means for Americans, and who if anyone could get a refund from the original tariffs.

Plus after four years, what is the economic cost of war for Ukraine?

Presenter: Leanna Byrne
Producer: Matt Lines
Editor: Justin Bones
24 Feb 11AM English United Kingdom Business

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