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US Midterm Result Could Ease Trade Tensions With Switzerland


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(MENAFN- Swissinfo) A Democratic victory in the US midterm elections could help ease trade tensions with Switzerland, reducing the likelihood of further tariff increases for Swiss exporters. Select your language
Generated with artificial intelligence. Listening: US midterm result could ease trade tensions with Switzerland This content was published on November 5, 2026 - 09:02 2 minutes Keystone-SDA
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With a majority in both houses of Congress, the Democrats can block President Donald Trump's legislative agenda and exert greater pressure on his trade policy. According to Swiss private bank J. Safra Sarasin, this could pave the way for a relaxation of tariffs, particularly for allied countries.

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