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However, it’s not just about the negotiations; a critical aspect of Trump's tariffs revolves around their enduring purpose— to protect American manufacturing. Stepping into a more detailed analysis, a study released by a group of economists, primarily from MIT, indicated that a 20% tariff on China led to only a 0.7% price increase over four years. While the stock market may fluctuate, the real indicators for working Americans are more grounded, such as the notable dip in oil prices—which fell almost 15% in two days—and the lowering of interest rates.