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Tariffs Will Increase New England Electricity And Gas Prices, Economist Says

President Trump announced deals to delay potential tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods by 30 days on Monday.

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February 4, 2025

BOSTON - New England has dodged energy price hikes for now as tariffs were pushed off.

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President Trump announced deals to delay potential tariffs on Canadian and Mexican goods by 30 days on Monday.

Over the weekend, his administration announced 25% tariffs on both countries, a 10% tariff on Canadian energy resources, and a 10% tariff on Chinese goods.

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