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President Trump's new tariffs on Chinese goods and threats of a trade war with Mexico and Canada have potential implications for Tesla, as the electric car maker is less vulnerable due to self-sufficient supply chains in the US and China. While Tesla's competitors may suffer more from the tariffs, the company remains at risk if relations with China deteriorate. The trade war and Trump's policies could impact Tesla's sales in China and Europe, although its...
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