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Treasury Sec. Bessent says countries who don’t negotiate could see tariffs rise: Full interview

In an interview with Meet the Press, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says that countries who don’t negotiate trade deals with the U.S. “in good faith” should expect to face the tariff rates set originally on "Liberation Day" by President Trump.

Insider on MSN · 16h

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Trump's 'strategic uncertainty' is a negotiating tactic

"So, if we were to give too much certainty to the other countries, then they would play us in the negotiations," Bessent said of ongoing trade talks.

FXStreet · 19h

US Treasury Sec. Bessent warns of tariffs rates to ‘reciprocal’ level if no trade deal

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNN News on Sunday, President Donald “Trump has put them on notice that if you do not negotiate in good faith, you will ratchet back up to your April 2 level.” He added: “There are incoming deals with 18 "important" trading partners,” but didn't indicate a timeline for these trade agreements.

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Tampa Free Press on MSN · 1d

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: Tariffs Will Likely Lead To Price Increases

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent conceded on Sunday that President Donald Trump’s tariffs could increase prices for consumers. Walmart CEO Doug McMillon announced on a Thursday earnings call that the company would raise its prices due to the tariffs after recording a slip in first-quarter profits,

USA TODAY on MSN · 1d

Trump treasury secretary says Walmart will absorb some tariff costs – but shoppers may still pay more

Bessent told CNN's "State of the Union" May 18 that he spoke with Walmart CEO Doug McMillon the day before, when Trump told the company on Truth Social that they should "' EAT THE TARIFFS ," and not charge valued customers "ANYTHING."

Associated Press News on MSN · 23h

Trump’s tariffs may mean Walmart shoppers pay more, his treasury chief acknowledges

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has acknowledged that Walmart, the largest U.S. retailer, may pass along some of the costs from President Donald Trump’s tariffs to its shoppers through higher prices.

Treasury Sec. Bessent dismisses Moody’s US downgrade

MarketWatch · 1d

Bessent warns some steep ‘liberation day’ tariffs may return, dismisses Moody’s downgrade

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned Sunday that some of America’s trading partners could soon face a sharp hike in tariff rates, and dismissed Moody’s downgrade of the U.S. government’s credit rating.

New York Post on MSN · 1d

Treasury Sec. Bessent dismisses Moody’s US downgrade as Trump tax-cut debate continues

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday dismissed Moody’s downgrade of the US sovereign credit rating, saying President Trump’s administration would ensure US economic growth

Dailymotion on MSN · 4h

Scott Bessent Backtracks On Trump’s Boast Of New Tariffs In Latest Flip-Flop Since ‘Liberation Day’

The Trump administration has offered different views over the past week about the dozens of trade deals it’s seeking to reach—with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent backtracking on President Donald Trump’s suggestion that the government will simply impose new tariff rates on countries without negotiating—as the Trump administration has frequently flip-flopped on its sweeping tariffs in the weeks since “Liberation Day.

May 18 — Mike Pence, Sec. Scott Bessent and Sen. Chris Murphy

Former Vice President Mike Pence shares his views on the second Trump administration. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ...

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Lawmaker Asks Sec. Bessent Point Blank If He Is Able To Manage 'Volatility' In The Treasury Market

At a House Financial Services Committee hearing on Wednesday, Rep. Frank Lucas (R-OK) questioned Sec. Scott Bessent about ...

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Treasury Sec Tells Kids: Thank Trump for Not Getting Your Dolls

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent had a message for young girls who may get fewer dolls this holiday season due to Trump’s ...

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Trump Treasury Sec. Says Kids Need to Suck it up for Greater Good

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has a message for a hypothetical little girl worried that she won’t have more than two dolls ...

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Treasury Sec Scott Bessent: US Should Be The 'Premier Destination For Digital Assets'

U.S. Treasury Sec. Bessent advocates for American leadership in digital assets and Congress progresses towards solid crypto ...

US Treausry Sec. Bessent: Talks in Geneva with China resulted in a mechanism to avoid escalation

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday that “talks in Geneva with China resulted in a mechanism to avoid ...

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Trump Administration Warns Tariffs Will Rise Without 'Good Faith' Trade Talks

President Donald Trump plans to reinstate higher tariffs on trading partners that fail to negotiate in good faith, according ...

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