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Trump’s 10% Global Tariff Shakes Markets as BRICS Watches Closely

Trump’s 10% Global Tariff Shakes Markets as BRICS Watches Closely

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2026-02-21 06:59:01
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The Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling against Trump's emergency tariffs triggered an immediate response: a new 10% global tariff under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. Effective February 24, the move creates a 150-day window for Congressional action—a constitutional standoff with Ripple effects across asset classes.

Crypto markets reacted to the news with muted volatility. Bitcoin (BTC) and ethereum (ETH) held key support levels, while trade-sensitive altcoins like FIL (Filecoin) and XRP showed slight underperformance. Exchange flows on Binance and Coinbase indicated modest capital rotation into stablecoins.

‘When Congress grants tariff powers, it does so clearly,’ wrote Chief Justice Roberts in the majority opinion—a statement that may resonate with crypto’s regulatory battles. The administration’s swift pivot to alternative legal mechanisms mirrors DeFi’s adaptability to compliance challenges.

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