Economics Professor Şebnem Kalemli-Özcan recently shared her insights on the potential effects of proposed tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China. In a Q&A, she explains that while tariffs are intended to protect U.S. industries, they often result in higher costs for consumers and businesses. She also highlights key concerns, including potential inflation, challenges for U.S. exporters, and whether these policies will truly strengthen domestic manufacturing.

Check out the full article for her insights: https://www.brown.edu/news/2025-02-03/tariffs

Professor Kalemli-Özcan was also featured on ABC6 News, where she discussed the Trump administration’s tariff pauses and the resulting stock market fluctuations. In the segment, she provides expert analysis on how these economic shifts impact businesses and individuals.

Watch the full segment here: https://www.abc6.com/what-do-the-trump-tariff-pauses-and-subsequent-stock-market-losses-mean-for-you/