A French Treasury analysis examines how US tariffs have reshaped export competitiveness globally. The EU faced a competitiveness loss equivalent to a 1.1% average price increase, with agri-food, machinery, chemicals, and steel being the most affected sectors as of June 2026. Canada, Mexico, and China are identified as the EU’s main competitors on the US […]
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Reference Price and Export Price Benchmark for Gold Rise 1.63% in September 2026 Second Period
Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade has set the Export Price Benchmark (HPE) and Reference Price (HR) for gold at US$144,469.49 per kilogram for the period 15-30 September 2026, a 1.63% increase from the first period of September 2026. These benchmarks govern export duty calculations for gold commodities.
KADI Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation on Zinc-Coated Steel Imports from China
Indonesia’s Anti-Dumping Committee (KADI) has initiated an anti-dumping investigation on imports of zinc-coated/galvanized steel (BJLS) from China, covering nine HS codes (7210.49.11, 7210.49.17, 7210.49.18, 7210.49.19, 7212.30.12, 7212.30.13, 7212.30.19, 7225.92.90, 7225.99.90) under the 2022 Indonesian Customs Tariff Book. The investigation was announced by KADI Chair Frida Adiati on September 15, 2026.
Global Sentiment Drives Continued Rise in Gold Export Reference Price and Benchmark Price for Second Period of September 2026
Indonesia’s Ministry of Trade has set the gold export benchmark price (HPE) at USD 144,469.49/kg for the second half of September 2026, up 1.63% from the first period. The reference price (HR) also rose to USD 4,493.51 per troy ounce from USD 4,421.49. The determination is formalized in Ministerial Decree No. 1817 of 2026.
Launch of Negotiations for the Expansion of the India-Mercosur Preferential Trade Agreement
India and Mercosur have formally launched negotiations to expand their existing Preferential Trade Agreement. This marks a substantive step toward broadening the scope of tariff concessions and trade coverage between India and the South American bloc. No further details on specific product coverage or timelines are provided in the snippet.
Anti-dumping duty on wire rod products from China
The UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade has published trade remedies notices relating to anti-dumping duties on wire rod products originating from China. The notice covers hot-rolled iron and steel bars and rods in coils.
Determination of Price Adjustment Scheme Indicators for Sugar and Starch Year 2026
Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has set the price adjustment indicators for the 2026 sugar and starch marketing years. These indicators govern the price support and adjustment mechanisms applied to domestic sugar and starch production. The decision affects tariff-linked price stabilization measures for these commodities.
Revision of Government Selling Prices for Imported Wheat
Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries announced a revision to the government selling prices for imported wheat. This measure directly affects the pricing mechanism for wheat imports managed by the government. The change impacts tariff-rate quota administration and commodity pricing for wheat.
Ambassador Greer Issues Statement on President Trump’s Response to Canada’s Continued Retaliation Against the United States
USTR Ambassador Greer issued a statement following President Trump’s use of Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 to ban certain Canadian products from the U.S. market. The action modifies the scope of prior July 20 measures to offset disadvantages to U.S. commerce caused by Canada’s retaliatory actions. This represents an escalation in the […]
Thai Deputy PM and Commerce Minister discusses trade with USTR Greer in Washington D.C., reaching substantive conclusions
Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Commerce Minister met with USTR Jamieson Greer and Deputy USTR Rick Switzer on September 1, 2026 in Washington D.C. The talks were described as productive, with both sides reaching substantive agreed conclusions ahead of an anticipated Section 301/trade investigation announcement. The US side expressed satisfaction with Thailand’s intentions and the […]