Trump Pushes for 50% US-Made Autos Under USMCA

The Trump administration has proposed that vehicles under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) must be at least 50% manufactured in the U.S. This move aims to enhance domestic production and could influence trade dynamics, impacting capital flows and risk appetite in the automotive sector. Automakers with significant operations in North America, particularly those reliant on cross-border supply chains, are most exposed to potential shifts in production costs and tariffs. Traders will be particularly attentive to upcoming negotiations and any official statements regarding the implementation timeline or adjustments to the USMCA framework.

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