Tariffs, Trade Talks, and Tensions: Michelle Schulz on the U.S.–EU and U.S.–China Trade Fronts
- Schulz Trade Law
- Jul 29
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Tariffs, Trade Talks, and Tensions:
Michelle Schulz on the U.S.–EU and U.S.–China Trade Fronts
July 28, 2025
KNX News
KNX Radio, Los Angeles
Michelle Schulz, founder of Schulz Trade Law, joined KNX Radio to discuss the importance of U.S.–EU trade relations, tariff confusion facing U.S. companies, and the cautious optimism surrounding U.S.–China negotiations.
Founder of Schulz Trade Law on Tariff Troubles
Strengthening the U.S.–EU Trade Relationship
Appearing on KNX Radio Los Angeles, Michelle Schulz emphasized the enduring significance of the U.S.–EU trade relationship. She underscored how integrated the two economies are—particularly in key sectors like auto parts, pharmaceuticals, and aerospace components—and explained why continued diplomacy is essential.
“The EU is essentially America’s biggest trading partner... It's a really important trade relationship,” Schulz noted.“We need to keep these discussions going, because 15% is better, but it's not great.”
While the 15% tariff rate may offer relative relief compared to earlier threats, Schulz pointed out that the current deal falls short of what many businesses and allied nations hoped for.
U.S. Importers Bear the Burden of Uncertainty
Schulz turned attention to the challenges on the ground, describing how U.S. companies must now interpret a patchwork of tariff rules without clear guidance.
“It’s the U.S. companies that are navigating the tariff code and the percentages, and which ones will stack on top of one another—and which won’t,” she said. “The administrative burden is high on the U.S. importer.”
This lack of clarity has created real-world confusion, forcing companies to devote time, resources, and legal review to ensure compliance—all while trying to maintain competitive pricing in a volatile global market.
U.S.–China Trade Talks Offer Temporary Breathing Room
Looking east, Schulz commented on the upcoming U.S.–China negotiations in Stockholm, noting that a 90-day pause on additional tariffs is likely—providing a short-term reprieve for importers and manufacturers.
However, she stressed that without concrete terms or a long-term strategy, businesses can only make cautious moves. In both trade relationships—with Europe and China—Schulz described a climate of measured hope, but warned that optimism must be paired with precision and legal foresight.
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