Donald Trump’s tariff wars deal a blow! US economy shrinks 0.5%; worse than estimates

The US economy contracted by 0.5% in the first quarter of 2025, primarily due to a surge in imports spurred by President Trump’s trade war. This import surge, up 37.9%, significantly dragged down GDP, marking the first quarterly decline in three years. Despite the downturn, economists anticipate a rebound in the second quarter, projecting a 3% growth.